Seven Helpful Accessibility Tools for Students

After learning about different accessibility resources, I wanted to explore more tools that can really support students who have learning or physical needs. There are many options, but I chose seven tools that I think are very helpful for school success. These tools can support reading, writing, focus, and communication. Here is what I found.

1. Read and Write:
Read and Write is a tool that reads text out loud. It also helps students highlight information and understand what they are reading. This tool is great for students who struggle with reading or need extra support with comprehension. It makes school work easier and less stressful.

2. Glean:
Glean helps students take better notes. It records the lecture and lets students go back and listen again. This is very helpful for students who learn better by listening or students who miss information during class. It also keeps notes organized in one place.

3. Speechify:
Speechify turns written text into spoken audio. Students can listen to books, worksheets, or articles. This is helpful for students who have trouble reading large amounts of text. Listening can make the work more enjoyable and easier to understand.

4. C Pen Reader:
A C Pen Reader is a small tool that scans printed text and reads it out loud. This is great for students with reading disabilities. It is easy to carry and students can use it with textbooks or printed assignments.

5. Microsoft Lens:
Microsoft Lens lets students take pictures of notes, worksheets, or whiteboards. The app turns the images into clear and readable documents. Students can even listen to the text. This is helpful for students who need visual support or who have trouble copying notes.

6. Notability:
Notability is a note taking app that lets students write, draw, and record audio. Students can import slides and write on them. It is helpful for students who prefer to work in digital form or need both visual and audio support during learning.

7. Forest:
Forest is an app that helps students stay focused. When students want to concentrate, they plant a virtual tree. The tree grows as long as they stay off their phone. This tool is great for students with attention needs who struggle to stay on task.

These seven tools can make a big difference for students with accessibility needs. They give students more ways to learn, understand information, and stay organized. Every student learns in a different way, and these tools help make the classroom more fair for everyone. If teachers and students try these tools, learning can become easier and more enjoyable. 

To learn more, you can also watch a video on YouTube called Creativity for Accessibility.