Presents a case study to illustrate usefulness of a text-to-speech synthesizer system in improving editing and proofreading ability of college students with reading and writing difficulties. It is suggested that text-to-speech systems be connected to word processors to thoroughly investigate whether the system's use leads to permanent proofreading…

Describes observations of six freshman developmental writers composing with a word processor and computerized prewriting and revising aids, i.e., WANDAH, marketed as HBJ Writer. Stimulated recall sessions using videotapes of the participants' writing are described, the writing process is discussed, and two detailed case studies are presented.…