You are not alone… There are ways to accelerate your reading skills, to accelerate your comprehension. It’s something you will have to deal with the rest of your life, but you can sort of dart between the raindrops to get to where you want to go - and it will not hold you back.” - Steven Spielberg.

Steven Spielberg was diagnosed with dyslexia aged 60, and has always told stories about finding a way through challenges, whether it’s scientists using technology to bring dinosaurs back in Jurassic Park, exploring and overcoming impossible odds in Indiana Jones or befriending an alien in E.T. His words remind us that dyslexia shouldn't block the path - but can mean taking a different and more creative route.

Just as Spielberg’s characters often use technology as the key to solving problems - like using a radio to phone home in E.T. - tuning in to this year's theme for Dyslexia Awareness week in England, "Dyslexia: Raising the Volume", assistive technology can be the key for dyslexic thinkers, turning challenges into launchpads for creativity, curiosity, and big-picture thinking. AT tools from Aventido can help dyslexic strengths to shine through at every stage of life.

As individuals progress through school, college, apprenticeships, university, and into the workplace, assistive technology becomes a toolkit for independence:

Neuralign: Can help children build literacy foundations, helping students read an average of 50% more words in 10 weeks.

Cantoo Scribe: Supports students through school, building academic writing confidence. Teachers and SENCOs can use Cantoo Scribe to adapt text, support spelling and grammar, and help pupils stay focused.

TextAid: This text-to-speech solution can transform reading into a multi-sensory experience.

Scanmaker Pen: Used to instantly scan and read text aloud from print resources.

Pro-Study/Pro-Workspace: A research management tool and a tool to support projects and workplace workflows.

MindMeister: Makes planning more visual and intuitive.

MeisterTask: Keeps projects and deadlines on track.

Lightkey: Offers features that go far beyond standard spell checkers to reduce errors in written documents.

Dragon: It's possible to dictate essays, assignments, reports, or emails quickly without worrying about writing errors.

ivvi Notes: Can help to recall information with ease.

dBud: Help to manage focus.

Lernabl: serves to reduce academic-related stress and anxiety by assisting with effective time management and revision, pacing study intervals, and setting realistic goals.

Assistive technology ensures that dyslexic strengths shine through every stage of life - from first lessons to first jobs, and beyond. If you’d like to learn more about how assistive technology can aid those with Dyslexia, drop an email to info@aventido.com, and we’ll be happy to help!