Posted by Kirsteen Steven on the 26th September, 2024
Category Assistive Technology Communication Support Needs
Online or in-person, we will be bringing you the opportunity not just to network with colleagues working with learners with similar needs, but also to meet, talk to suppliers and experience hands on experiences with the latest in assistive technology.
Posted by Craig Mill on the 26th September, 2024
Category Assistive Technology iPads, Androids & Chromebooks
Here we explore the writing tool in iOS18 that converts handwriting to text. iOS 18 uses AI powered tools which work in a range of apps.
Posted by Craig Mill on the 26th September, 2024
Category Assistive Technology Visual Impairment
With the most recent release of iOS 18 you can customise your iPad's desktop; change the layout, size of apps and the colour of app icons.
Posted by Craig Mill on the 26th September, 2024
Category Dyslexia Assistive Technology
This article highlights the positive feedback from participants enrolled on the Technology to Support Dyslexia in Education Masterclass online course.
Posted by Claire Harrison on the 19th August, 2024
Category Severe & Complex Support Needs Assistive Technology
How straightforward is creating useful 3D-printed objects to support children and young people with Complex Learning Needs?
Posted by Paul Nisbet on the 9th August, 2024
Category Digital Exams Assistive Technology
SQA have published information about Assessment Arrangements in the 2024 examinations last term which show that the use of technology and digital papers are becoming more popular compared to readers and scribes.
Posted by Craig Mill on the 1st August, 2024
Category Assistive Technology Dyslexia
Doorway online, a collection of free and highly accessible educational activities, was recently transferred from the Doorway Trust to CALL Scotland and has been given a new makeover.
Posted by Paul Nisbet on the 13th June, 2024
Category Digital Exams Assistive Technology
SQA have announced a new policy on the use of internet-connected devices in examinations: it will be allowed, provided the candidates cannot access any information that might help them in the exam.
Posted by Paul Nisbet on the 10th June, 2024
Category Digital Exams Assistive Technology
This article summarises trials of digital assessment arrangements for SQA examinations over the last session and suggests implications for 2024-2025. Find out more by attending the session at ASL & Technology on 12th June 2024.
Posted by Kirsteen Steven on the 27th May, 2024
Category Communication Support Needs Assistive Technology
If you are looking for specialist communication and/or assistive technology support then this package of support could be just what your school or provision needs.
Newsletter: join thousands of other people
Our social media sites - YouTube, Twitter and Facebook