Technology
Concepts to consider:
- Technology is a game-changer for any dyslexic learner.
- Assistive technologies like spell check or speech to text provide a level playing field for a student to be able to communicate their full understanding and ideas.
- Technology allows a learner with dyslexia to take ownership of their learning by customizing their experience. By changing the spacing and size of the font, distinguishing the syllables within a word, or having an unfamiliar word read aloud, students with dyslexia can access a text independently that they wouldn't be able to otherwise.
- Tools like Immersive Reader read text aloud, helping dyslexic learners to avoid fatigue or overwhelm. This allows learners to focus on comprehension.
Reflection and resources for technology
- Free tools are available across multiple devices to help assist students and teachers as they digest information. Immersive Reader is available for anyone to utilize in their own app.
- What tools are available to your students that they may not be utilizing? Take a moment to check out some of the free tools available to determine if any would fit into your educational setting.
- You can use Immersive Reader in Minecraft Education
- Microsoft Learning Tools
- Flip