Having dyslexia is no longer as difficult as it used to be. The world’s progressing technology is slowly closing the huge gap once felt by dyslexic students in academia. In this video, former student Brian Meersma shares how access to laptops, apps, and headphones turned his life around.
Technology is Closing the Gap in Academia for Dyslexics
Brian found assistance in the available assistive technology tools, which are built to help dyslexics in their reading or studies. For him, being able to listen to the content he was working on brought Brian the freedom to fulfill his appetite for knowledge and build confidence.
Assistive technology has provided an opportunity for many dyslexics like Brian to make learning easier for them.
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Key Takeaways:
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Brian's success in studying despite having dyslexia is attributed in the use of technology and the support he received from his family.
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There are available technology tools that dyslexics can use in their reading or studies in general.
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Assistive technology has provided an opportunity for dyslexics to make learning easier for them.
Author Quote
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“I’m passionate about technology because I saw how many doors opened for me and other that people I knew.”
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