Do you have dyslexia or do you know someone with dyslexia? Bet you never knew that you probably carry an extremely valuable tool for dyslexia right there in your laptop or desktop computer. That’s right. Microsoft’s OneNote app has been making a huge contribution toward helping children with dyslexia strengthen their reading and writing.
Microsoft’s OneNote digital notebook is handy to have a child with dyslexia.
British Dyslexia Association is working on apps to assist students.
In an 11 week trial by British Dyslexia Association, researchers discovered that with the use of Microsoft’s Surface laptops, the students at Knowl Hill School took full use of its features. The app always its users the opportunity to write down ideas, takes notes, and even draw and sketch. Furthermore, it underlines misspelled words so the user can fix it.
Microsoft’s contribution to the trial saw it loan Surface laptops to Knowl Hill School, which specialises in teaching children with dyslexia and learning difficulties. The Surface laptops included OneNote, Microsoft’s digital notebook that allows users to write down ideas and keep track of notes as well as draw and sketch.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Key takeaways
- Microsoft’s OneNote app helps children with reading and spelling.
- Twenty struggling students used the Microsoft’s OneNote app.
- The trial Microsoft’s OneNote app ran shows that those who struggle with spelling and reading benefits from the application.
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