Assistive Technology Advice Service
There are many technologies which can help solve some of the problems faced by people with dyslexia in everyday life, education and employment. T he range of technologies available is constantly evolving and growing. To help people choose suitable technology for their individual needs, DAI has launched a new Technology Advice Service.
This service is open to students at second and third level, and adults with dyslexia. Teachers, tutors, trainers and HR personnel who wish to learn more about technological aids for people with dyslexia are also welcome to book a session.
This service will focus is on software which enables people to learn and work independently. It will not cover literacy or numeracy development software, but will look at the range of assistive technology which can be beneficial to people with dyslexia in second and third level education and the workplace.
The purpose of this new service is to help people to make informed choices about technological aids which suit their individual needs. Technology can be a huge benefit to people with dyslexia, and in particular aids independent learning and working. Today there is a vast range of technology available. Devices have become smarter, smaller, portable and more affordable. While some technologies are not cheap, there are now many useful programmes which are free or relatively inexpensive.
Margaret Doyle, a tutor from our Career Paths Course for Dyslexia, who has great knowledge and practical experience of the pros and cons of various technologies, is our Technology Advisor. Areas where people may need help include accessing the educational curriculum and problems with reading and writing. Margaret can advise on solutions suited to the individual’s needs and can provide demonstrations of some suitable programmes. Advice will be given on where to access and purchase software.
Appointments for a Technology Advice Session will generally take place on mid-week afternoons in our national office in Dublin. Sessions last 1½ hours and cost €100, though reduced rates are available for people on social welfare.
To make an appointment contact 01 6790276 or email info@dyslexia.ie.
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