Many people assume that if they or their child have been recognized as having a disability and had IEP or Section 504 services in high school that they are automatically entitled to the same servic

Dear Stephanie:

There are many devices that can scan and read. As with all assistive technology, the key is to find the right match for the individual user. You know your child better than anyone.

Another great example is word prediction. So for students who have difficulties with spelling, we have these fantastic programs that are very much like the auto correct on your smartphone.

The biggest one is that it’s a form of cheating. That the technology is doing the work for them.

For writing, the best approach is still teaching good old keyboarding skills. But it can be important to have the right keyboard.

Dear Lynn:

Dear Lisa:

Usually, dyslexia is not “cured.” One learns to compensate for it. It is possible that the help she received taught her enough compensatory strategies that she no longer needs help.

Dear Judy: