CPen Reader: Opening Doors for Individuals with Literacy Difficulties
Fernanda Bianconi
Georgian College
Fernanda Bianconi is a Learning & Adaptive Technology for the Community Integration through Co-Operative Education (CICE) Program at Georgian College in Barrie, Ontario. In her role Fernanda supports students with diverse learning challenges who require academic accommodations and modifications in order to be successful in their post-secondary studies. More specifically, she encourages her students to utilize their adaptive technology in order to maximize their overall achievement.
Session Description
Paper has always been inherently inaccessible. Although traditional text-to-speech programs have allowed students to access the curriculum through the use of a personal computer, paper continues to persist as a reality in the world of communication. The C-Pen Reader, a pocket-sized device that reads text aloud, has opened a new world for students with literacy difficulties.
Learning Outcomes
After this session you will be able to:
- Predict potential barriers individuals may face with printed text while accessing the curriculum, in the workplace and in everyday life.
- Understand the benefits of using a C-Pen Reader to support individuals with literacy difficulties.
- Evaluate student needs and recommend the appropriate technology to those who would otherwise be unable to access printed text.
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