Dyslexia

Reading pens. What are the benefits and what are the options?

Posted by Kirstin Barr on the 7th January, 2026

Category Text-to-Speech Dyslexia

For learners who struggle to access text, reading pens can be life-changing. From reading aloud and easing fatigue to supporting confidence and independence, this post explores how different features meet different needs, and why the 'right' pen depends on the learner.

I asked AI to write a blog article on using technology to support dyslexia...

Posted by Craig Mill on the 28th May, 2025

Category Dyslexia Assistive Technology

I asked Microsoft CoPilot to write an article for me on the benefits of using technology to support pupils with dyslexia in Scottish education.

Wheel of Apps - iPad Apps for Learners with Dyslexia is available to download

Posted by Craig Mill on the 15th May, 2025

Category Dyslexia Assistive Technology

Our popular iPad Apps for learners with dyslexia wheel of apps, version 3 is available to download from the CALL Scotland website.

Updated app wheel - iPad Apps for Learners with Numeracy Difficulties

Posted by Craig Mill on the 30th April, 2025

Category Dyslexia iPads, Androids & Chromebooks

Our new updated wheel of apps "iPad Apps for Learners with Dyscalculia / Numeracy Difficulties", is available to download.

ChromeBook Tools for Learners with Dyslexia / Reading and Writing Difficulties

Posted by Craig Mill on the 21st April, 2025

Category Dyslexia Computer Accessibility

A new updated wheel of apps to support learners with dyslexia using Chromebooks and the Chrome browser.

Take advantage of our no-cost Technology to Support Dyslexia online Masterclass!

Posted by Craig Mill on the 15th April, 2025

Category Dyslexia Computer Accessibility

Our popular online masterclass course Technology to Support Dyslexia has been updated and is better than ever.

Our updated learning modules are better than ever, what's more - they are free!

Posted by Craig Mill on the 15th April, 2025

Category Assistive Technology Dyslexia

If you're looking for engaging and interactive learning modules on technology to support dyslexia, then look no further.

Universal vs Targeted vs Specialist Technology Support - what's it all about?

Posted by Craig Mill on the 17th March, 2025

Category Assistive Technology Dyslexia

This article explores the differences between universal, targeted and specialist support in the area of technology.

Convert an audio recording or dictated speech into a mind map with ivvi Notes

Posted by Craig Mill on the 11th March, 2025

Category Dyslexia Speech Recognition

Ivvi combines audio recording, real-time transcription, and mind mapping into a seamless tool. Notes are synchronised to branches in the mind map, which can be colour-coded to mark and highlight important information.

New amazing Writing Tools in iOS 18 with the introduction of Apple Intelligence

Posted by Craig Mill on the 8th January, 2025