This software, featuring speed read training drills, games and courses, helps users improve reading skills. Comprehension tests track progress for grades 1-12+. Also, users can enhance online reading efficiency using the online reader.
The software provides three different modes of use: Course Mode, Menu Mode, and Expert Mode. In Course Mode, users are led through a self-adjusting automated course, while Menu Mode allows users more flexibility to select training activities. Expert Mode gives users full control and the ability to customize their own training content, display mode, and speed.
AceReader Pro uses Tachistoscope technology to gradually pace eye movement, which helps users break bad reading habits such as sub-vocalization and regression. The program includes a range of training activities, such as Timed Reading Comprehension Tests, Eye Pacing Drills, and fun Eye Exercise Games. It also includes 13 levels of reading material, spanning grades 1-12 plus adult-level reading materials.
AceReader Pro provides results tracking and graphing for accountability and allows for extensive customization options, such as font, colors, display modes, speeds, bookmarks, and hotkeys. Deluxe versions of the software also allow users to customize Tests, Drills, and Games to fit their individual needs.
Four versions of AceReader Pro are available: the single-user home edition, multi-user/family edition, single station school edition, and network school edition. Overall, AceReader Pro is a powerful tool for anyone looking to improve their reading fluency, vision training, and online reading proficiency.
Version 7.1.12: Added SAT-ACT Prep Test Set (available when activated). Other minor maintenance.
Version 7.1.0: SAT-ACT Prep Test Set becomes available when activated.
Version 7.0.2: Universal Release - Made to run on both Intel and PowerPC-based Mac computers. Will now run at peak performance for your Mac's architecture. CPU usage is now optimal. Spell checking is now built into every editor. Can now dirctly load PDF document files. Many other minor User Interface enhancements.
Version 6.0.2: Added new warm-up drills that utilize graphics. Added new first course activity: "How to use AceReader". Added College Level and SAT Prep Vocabulary Exercises. Added Triple Speed course. Other minor maintenance.
Version 5.1.8: Added Vocabulary Exercises to Flash Card Game. Includes vocabulary for: Levels 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, Collegiate and SAT Prep. Flash card game now includes Times Tables, State Capitals and Vocabulary exercises.
Version 5.0: Supports advanced display modes (i.e. highlighting, ability to specify number of eye fixations to display or highlight per line...). New user interface that makes the product easier for both students and teachers. Includes a "Course Mode" that will lead you through the training process.
Version 2.9b: Maintenance release.
Version 2.9: Added school features: Added test filters. Added ability to add users via Admin functions. Added ability for Admin to lockout students from certain activities (i.e. adding new users from logon screen...).
Version 2.8: Added 3 games. Added edit/remove/import/export ability for all the games. New startup wizard screen. New manual/timer mode.
Version 2.2c: Maintenance release.