Tag Archives: Reading

Google for Dyslexia: Chrome Extensions (Part Two)

Posted on November 2, 2015 by

With Google Chrome extensions, dyslexic students can complete work more easily. Learn about seven add-ons that assist with the difficulty of reading and writing. Sourced through Scoop.it from: http://www.noodle.com Jamie Martin provides a review of seven Google extensions for individuals … Continue reading →

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A Big Thank You to Claro Software for ClaroApps Promo Codes!

Posted on November 2, 2014 by

Thank you to Claro Software for their generosity with supplying promotional app codes for the OT’s with Apps Workshop participants held in Fort Worth, Texas this past week. Participants received a free promo codes for the iOS ClaroSpeak and ClaroPDF apps. Both … Continue reading →

Posted in App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Assistive Technology, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Note Taking App, Occupational Therapy, Reading, Text to Speech, Word Prediction, Writing | Tagged , , , , , | 6 Comments

Abilipad App Price Reduction!

Posted on October 17, 2014 by

Abilipad app  (iPad; regularly 19.99) is reduced to 9.99 today (always a mystery how long this reduced price will be!). This app provides tools to customization the keyboard layout with pictures, text, key size and color. Other options available to … Continue reading →

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Accessible Instructional Materials Tools to Support Reading

Posted on April 27, 2014 by

The Assistive Technology Daily’s recent post of an article, “Can Audio and or/or Digital Books Improve Your Child’s Learning Outcomes?”,   from the National Center for Learning Disabilities, not only stirred my interest, but also strong feelings about access to print. From … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Adults with LD, Android, Apps for Special Needs, Book, Differentiation, Google Docs, iOS, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Learning Disability, Mobile Device Use, Print Disabled, Reading, Text to Speech | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

ER Browser – The Mobile Web Browser for Dyslexia & Visual Stress

Posted on September 9, 2013 by

ER Browser app for iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch (.99) provides a web browser with choices of color background, font size and type and simplifies the content on your devices for those with experiencing visual discomfort and difficulties. Created for … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Adults with LD, App Reviews, Apps for Special Needs, Dyslexia, Education, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Irlen Syndrome, Learning Disability, Low Vision/ Blindness, Occupational Therapy, Reading, Visual Perception | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Irlen Syndrome – Is There an App for That??

Posted on July 21, 2013 by

Irlen Syndrome – Is There an App for That??? Recently I had the opportunity to be trained as an Irlen Screener by Irlen Diagnostician, Judy Palapala of the Irlen Clinic of the Twin Cities. Having worked with both students and adults … Continue reading →

Posted in Apps for OT's, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Irlen Syndrome, Reading, Uncategorized, Visual Perception | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Apps to Support Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Posted on July 17, 2013 by

Apps for Individuals with Learning Disabilities Shopping for some apps to support the needs of individuals with LD who are middle – high school aged or older? Here an updated, downloadable list of preferred apps for reading, writing, organization, reference material, math, concept … Continue reading →

Posted in Adults with LD, Android, App Reviews, Apps for OT's, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Language Arts, Learning Disability, Math, Note Taking App, OCR, Organization, Post secondary, Reading, Scanning, Special education, Text to Speech, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment