Assistive technology helps dyslexics save time and overcome challenges, such as slow note-taking and poor handwriting, allowing them to demonstrate their abilities in ways that were once unimaginable.

In this section you’ll find the latest information about a range of technological tools—from voice recognition programs that let users dictate ideas and watch them appear on their computer screens to recording devices that take the stress out of note-taking. Each of these easy-to-use tools can make an enormous difference for dyslexic children and adults.

Assistive technologies include devices and applications that help people with dyslexia with various tasks including:

• reading
• spelling
• writing
• organization of ideas
• note-taking
• time management.

Here is a list of websites that provide lists and reviews of various assistive technologies:

Reading Rockets – Assistive Technology for Kids with Learning Disabilities

University of Michigan DyslexiaHelp website – look on the right-hand panel for various apps, software & assistive technology, book scanning etc.

Dyslexia Materials.com – Assistive Technology for Dyslexia

The Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity – Tools and Technology

Understood.org – Assistive Technology for Reading

Homeschoolingwithdyslexia.com – Best Apps for Students with Dyslexia (assistive technology software, not instructional software)

Chigozie Ohanwadi