Assistive Technology Tools for Learning Disabilities, Learning Differences, and Other Needs

My Assistive Technology Toolbox

I use a wide variety of technologies in my practice -- both high-tech and low-tech -- too numerous to mention here. But I'd like to list some of the more significant ones that I rely on, and which I include in my trainings.

Because so many software tools perform multiple functions, it's difficult to list technologies by category such as "Technologies for Reading" and "Technologies for Writing" -- certain tools would show up in several places -- so I've chosen to list them in a more eclectic manner that's still somewhat logical.

Look for this section to be significantly expanded in the near future.

Reading, Writing, & Learning Software Suites

Simple text-to-speech, text-to-MP3 applications

Graphic Organizers

Portable Work Processors

Speech recognition (speech-to-text)

Notetaking

Math

Instructional Tools

  • mimio - interactive whiteboard & capture device (Mac & PC)

Resources for Alternatives to Printed Text

Assorted Standalone Reading & Writing Aids

 

Other Noteworthy Tools I Use

Alternative Computer Access

  • Keystrokes - customizable onscreen keyboard (Mac)
  • SwitchXS - customizable switch access of compter (Mac)
  • LayoutKitchen - programs Keystrokes and SwitchXS (Mac)

Virtualization software (allows Windows to run on Macs)