How schools use technology to help solve learning difficulties.

How schools use technology to help solve learning difficulties.

1. ADHD: E-dictionaries,talking computer keybords, digital talking calculators,voice recognition software, talking book, brain games and computer software that improves reading, writing and mathematics

2. Dyslexia: Make use of inbuilt options, free and open software such as mind mapping, screen overlays and text-to-speech. Planning and organising their ideas virtually. Read with an onscreen reading ruler.Word prediction can speed their typing.

3. Autism: Talking book readers ,word processing software, adapted and electronic books, adaptable education software,adaptable keyboards and mouse and computer software

4. Visual processing disorder: educational activities and games on iPod and iPad, programs that can translate text to audio, programs like the Ultimate Talking Dictionary,programs like Kidspiration that offers tools to help students present their ideas in a organized way, audiobook and publications such as mp3, CD's and audiocassettes, talking calculators

5. Auditory processing disorder: Braintraining computer programs such as FastForWard and Earobics, Draft:Builder, Ginger and Ghotit are apps that help with writing.