While you’ve probably heard of iconic African-American historical figures like Martin Luther King, Jr. and Billie Holiday, the d/Deaf communities often do not receive the same recognition. In honor of… Read More
Spotlight on Black Deaf History
Transcription Trends: Insights into the Future of TypeWell Work
At the beginning of the Fall 2023 semester, TypeWell polled active transcribers to gauge how much work they were assigned, what kinds of work they were assigned, and how they… Read More
Facing the Tides of Change: The State of Real-Time Transcription in 2023
Before diving into the complexities of our industry's current state, I'd like to take a moment to reflect on my last post, 'Speaking of AI: Why I'm Confident in the… Read More
Using TypeWell In Law School
Andrew Hansen has been a TypeWell transcriber since 2008. He completed the Turbo Courselet in 2011 and attended the Professional Development Symposium in 2012. Andrew completed TypeWell's formal Skill Assessment in early 2017… Read More
Beyond Reading Levels: Understanding the Suitability of Transcription Services for D/HH Students
For educational professionals working with deaf and hard-of-hearing (D/HH) students, a pressing question arises: At what reading level are students ready to benefit from meaning-for-meaning transcription services like TypeWell? It's… Read More
Case Study: Evaluating the Suitability of TypeWell’s Transcription Services for K-12 Students in British Columbia
Andrea Drummond, a certified Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (TDHH) working in K-12 public schools in British Columbia, Canada, offers a deep dive into the intricate process… Read More
Make the Switch: Convert from C-Print to TypeWell this Summer
This summer: A special offer for C-Print captionists to discover the benefits of TypeWell! Are you a C-Print captionist looking to expand your skills and job opportunities? Now is… Read More
Speaking of AI: Why I’m Confident in the Future of Professional Transcribers
I firmly believe that human expertise in transcribing is essential for ensuring effective communication. Moreover, I am convinced that professional transcribers can maintain job security by being adaptable and… Read More
Reducing Barriers to Entry: Join TypeWell Training This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to invest in your future and pursue new career opportunities. If you're interested in becoming a TypeWell transcriber or upgrading your skills, we invite you… Read More
Meet Intellitext: A TypeWell Agency on a Mission to Improve Access
Intellitext was founded in 2011 to serve D/deaf and hard-of-hearing communities by providing real-time communication access in classrooms, businesses, and anywhere conversations take place. Randi Castro, the agency’s founder, worked… Read More