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Draft:Builder 6 Features

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Easy Step-by-Step Writing Process	New speech engine!	Dictionary
Draft:Builder breaks down the writing process into three manageable steps: 1) brainstorming, 2) note-taking and 3) writing the first draft. Learn more here.	Draft:Builder 6 features the latest Acapella voices—the highest quality, most natural-sounding speech engine available. Draft:Builder 6 will also play any other SAPI 5 voice you have on your system.	The dictionary displays and speaks the definition of almost any word. Unlike other common dictionaries intended for use by professionals, the dictionary definitions are clear and concise for 3-12th grade students.
Talking Spell Checker	Bibliographer	Locked Text Instructions
The spell checker consistently outshines the spell checkers in MS Word and other common word processors when used in K-12 schools. And text-to-speech reads the word choices, helping students choose the right word.	The bibliographer helps students create their own bibliography using dozens of source types including electronic/webpage, articles, books, etc. Formats include both APA and MLA.	Teachers may add locked text to a Draft:Builder assignment to give directions and extra help to students as they form their first draft.
Network Ready	Supports the Latest Mac and Windows OS	Train-in-30 Tutorial
Draft:Builder 6 functions identically on Mac and Windows, and is now optimized for Windows Vista, XP and Mac OS 10.4+	Draft:Builder 6 functions identically on Mac and Windows and is now optimized for Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Mac OS 10.4 - 10.6. Windows 7 and Mac OS 10.6 supported with version 6.0.1.	Draft:Builder 6 so simple, you can train teachers in 30 minutes with our “Train-in-30" Tutorial.