Microsoft To Do

Posted on March 18, 2021 by In Productivity
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Today we’re going to look at Microsoft’s free task management app To Do. Task management/list making apps can be useful to anyone, but they are especially helpful for those who struggle with executive functioning or other attention-based challenges. These apps are great for keeping people on track because they allow users to create simple categorized […]

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How to: Use the Livescribe Symphony Smartpen

Posted on March 11, 2021 by In Android, Apps, iOS, PC, Writing
A smartpen and smart pad
When it comes to students who struggle with notetaking, we often recommend smart pens. The main advantage of this type of technology is that handwritten text is instantly converted into a digital format which can then be searched, shared, converted, and synced to other apps. These pens also often have a recording feature, which allows […]

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How to: Use Mathway (a problem-solving app)

Posted on March 04, 2021 by In Android, iOS, Mac, Math, PC
A woman working on a math problem
Mathway is a problem-solving app designed to not only solve math equations but to also explain the steps required to arrive at the correct answer. This can be especially helpful for students who are learning at home, for those who do not have access to a tutor, or even for adults who simply wish to […]

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Easy Converter Express

Posted on February 25, 2021 by In Learning, Mobility, PC, Reading, Vision, Writing
A student using a laptop to study
When it comes to serving individuals who require assistive technology (AT), the ability to provide alternative formats to standard text is critical. And while there are already a lot of ways to tackle this issue, especially when using mobile devices which can also function as mobile scanners, PC based options are a bit less common. […]

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Dolphin Easy Reader

Posted on February 18, 2021 by In Apps, Learning, Reading
A woman using a laptop with headphones on
For users with reading challenges or visual impairments, the process of learning to read can be particularly daunting. Thankfully, there are many apps available that have been designed for struggling readers, and many of them are even available for free. Dolphin Easy Reader(new window) is a text-to-speech book reader that is compatible with DAISY, Epub, […]

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