Purposeful technology transforms learning into possibility — opening access, building confidence, and empowering students to thrive as readers and writers both in the classroom and beyond.
Digital Reading Platforms
Learning Ally
Learning Ally provides students with access to human-narrated audiobooks, allowing them to engage with grade-level texts independently. This tool builds comprehension, strengthens vocabulary, and fosters a love of literature by removing decoding barriers for students with dyslexia.
Key Features:
- Access to a large library of human-read audiobooks
- Supports comprehension and vocabulary development
- Provides independent access to grade-level texts
- Builds reading stamina and engagement
- Encourages a positive reading identity
Assistive Technology
Google Docs Text-to-Speech
Students use text-to-speech tools in Google Docs to verbalize their writing responses, allowing them to focus on expressing ideas while still engaging in the full writing process. Misspelled words are highlighted for self-correction, and students remain responsible for punctuation, editing, and revision. This approach builds confidence and helps reduce writing frustration.
Key Features:
- Students verbalize writing directly into a Google Doc
- Automatic highlighting of misspelled words for correction
- Students maintain responsibility for punctuation and editing
- Supports longer, more complete written responses
- Builds confidence and writing fluency
Instructional Management Systems
Canvas
Canvas provides a structured platform for delivering whole-group lessons, individualized reviews, and literacy practice. I upload anchor charts, recorded lessons, and audio recordings of texts to support both students and classroom teachers. Students can access Canvas at school or home, complete assignments, and communicate directly with me when needed.
Key Features:
- Organized platform for lessons, anchor charts, and text audio
- Supports independent practice and multisensory instruction
- Accessible at home for continued learning
- Enables direct communication with the teacher
- Provides classroom teachers with resources for dyslexic students
Interactive Review Tools
Blooket
Blooket engages students in interactive review games that reinforce literacy skills in a fun, low-pressure environment. To support accessibility, I record myself reading the questions and answer choices aloud, allowing students to focus on comprehension. Students can play individually or in teams while spiraling important literacy concepts.
Key Features:
- Interactive games for spiraled literacy practice
- Teacher-recorded audio for questions and answers
- Flexible options for solo or team play
- Builds engagement and supports skill reinforcement
Multimedia Tools
ScreenPal
I use ScreenPal to record video demonstrations of cursive strokes and literacy lessons. These recordings give students an accessible reference they can revisit at their own pace, especially helpful for independent practice or when I am absent.
Key Features:
- Video modeling for cursive practice
- Self-paced lesson walkthroughs
- Accessible resource for reinforcement and review
- Supports confidence and instructional continuity
Creative Literacy Practice
Seesaw
Seesaw provides an interactive space where students reinforce literacy skills through creative, hands-on activities tied to lesson content. It encourages independent practice, creativity, and reflection in a fun, accessible format.
Key Features:
- Interactive activities aligned to literacy objectives
- Promotes creativity and independent practice
- Immediate feedback opportunities
- Reinforces skill development in an engaging way