Tag: Assistive technology

LD Resources Foundation Awards Assistive Devices to College Students in Need

Getting the right assistive technology at the post-secondary level can be difficult for students with learning disabilities.

It’s especially tough for adults applying to college with disability documentation (e.g. test scores) that no longer satisfy the school’s requirements for granting aid. Obtaining the  necessary tests can be time-consuming and costly.

The LD Resources Foundation can help students get the assistive technology they need, regardless of where they are in the evaluation process.

The nonprofit assists young adults with learning disabilities, including dyslexia and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), to access and succeed in higher education so they can reach their full potential. The Foundation currently offers five awards. Persons may apply for one or more awards using a single application.

To learn more, visit Apply for LDRF Awards.

About LD Resources Foundation

LD Resources Foundation helps students and adults diagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning disabilities to access and succeed in post-secondary education programs and the workplace. Its services, which are limited to individual with financial need, include testing, mentoring, access to assistive technology, and an awards program.  Includes resources on assistive technology, organizational skills, scholarships and a Survival Guide for adults with LD or attention deficit disorder (ADD). The foundation’s headquarters are in New York City.For more information call 646-701-0000 or email info@ldrfa.org.

 

Google Docs Voice Typing Lets You Speak Instead of Type

Google Chrome users may be interested in this review from Extreme Tech about Google “Voice Typing.”  According to the review:

Voice Typing is different, though; it’s kind of a built-in version of Dragon NaturallySpeaking (for those of you who remember and/or still use that program). Voice Typing works in Chrome on the desktop, as well as the Docs apps for Apple iOS (iPhone and iPad) and Android.

Voice Typing does have some shortcomings and probably won’t replace a full-fledged dictation program like Dragon Naturally Speaking, but it is free, has potential and is certainly worth experimenting with if you are a Chrome user.

Google Docs Voice Typing Lets You Speak Instead of Type

Helping Students with Visual Impairments: Resources, Tools and Technology to Foster School Success

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that more than 650,000 students have visual disabilities in the United States. Academic barriers include a lack of faculty training and the pace of a traditional college classroom, to physical access to a college campus and the ability to navigate an online class. Addressing each need of students with visual impairments and improving overall accessibility are vital to their academic success.

The information presented at “Helping Students with Visual Impairments: Resources, Tools and Technology to Foster School Success” was prepared by four experts in the field of visual disabilities.

The guide explains how colleges are creating more welcoming and inclusive learning environments, with a sharp focus on assistive technology, campus resources that provide assistive services and tools, information about scholarships for students with visual impairments, and online resources they can access to facilitate academic and career success.  The topics covered at the site can be navigated to by using the content navigation panel Topics include:

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