Inclusive literacy support for every student, in every classroom

WordQ is known for word prediction, but its real value is the support it provides before, during, and after writing:

• Pre-writing (ThoughtQ) — A dynamic topic research tool that helps students of any age connect words and ideas related to their subject, validate existing knowledge, introduce new concepts, and generate "thought trigger" words for deeper research on reports, essays, and projects.

• Peri-writing — Word prediction, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech provide words and usage examples in real time, right as students write.

• Post-writing (Proofreading) — Students hear their completed work read back to them and identify corrections independently, building proofreading skills rather than depending on someone else to catch errors.

Research consistently shows that word prediction software delivers measurable benefits for students with writing difficulties, including learning disabilities, physical challenges, and English/French language learners:

• Increases writing productivity, sentence fluency, and overall composition rate

• Some students see up to a 100% improvement in total words produced and 93% in word fluency

• Reduces keystrokes, making writing faster and less physically demanding — especially valuable for students with fine motor difficulties

• Improves spelling accuracy and expands vocabulary use

• Boosts motivation and confidence in writing tasks

• Helps students focus on content rather than mechanics, leading to more effective written communication

Both students and teachers report enhanced independence and satisfaction benefits that are most pronounced when word prediction is used as part of a broader, evidence-based writing intervention strategy

There's a licence option for every circumstance. WordQ is available on a subscription basis, typically licensed for one year, with multi-year commitments available on request (Quillsoft):

• Individual licences — for a single student

• Volume licences — for schools supporting more than 5 students (WordQ for Chrome includes a Customer Admin Portal for self-managed licensing)

• School / district-wide licences — deployed by domain based on student population, simplifying rollout for technical teams

Quillsoft works with schools on multi-year commitments, pro-rated licensing aligned to your budget cycle or academic year, and options to make use of surplus year-end budget.

WordQ's word prediction assists students who struggle with spelling or word choice by displaying suggested words as they type, reducing errors and cognitive load. Text-to-speech lets students hear their writing read aloud, supporting proofreading, grammar, pronunciation, and comprehension — auditory feedback that motivates students to edit and improve their own work.

Teachers can build custom word lists and banks tailored to specific lesson topics or student needs, adapting WordQ for every proficiency level. Paired with mind-mapping and brainstorming strategies, WordQ supports the entire writing process from idea to final draft. School-wide implementation combined with ongoing teacher training ensures both students and staff get the most from the program, promoting inclusion, stronger writing outcomes, and greater technology fluency across the school

WordQ is an assistive technology tool designed to support reading and writing for individuals facing learning barriers, such as students with learning differences or those acquiring a new language. This supports the principles of making the individual an active participant in their learning rather than a  mere spectator. It features intelligent word prediction, text-to-speech, speech recognition, and proofreading, helping users find and correct mistakes, expand vocabulary, and improve comprehension without judgment or pressure. 

WordQ’s approach exemplifies intelligent assistance (IA): it actively supports users in performing tasks, enhancing their abilities and independence, but always keeps the individual in control.

In contrast, artificial intelligence (AI) focuses on creating systems that can mimic or replicate human intelligence, often operating autonomously to solve complex problems, make decisions, or learn from data. 

While intelligent assistance like WordQ augments an individual’s capability within defined boundaries, artificial intelligence aims for broader autonomy and adaptability, sometimes functioning independently of direct human input

 WordQ is described as intelligent assistance (IA), encouraging active participation and independence in reading and writing, rather than functioning as AI that completes tasks for the user. This approach fosters confidence, self-reliance, and effective communication

One version supports both English and French, automatically displaying the correct interface based on system language. Switch vocabularies at any time, with dictionaries spanning Canadian English, US English, UK English, Canadian French, and European French