Description
Adjusting to college from high school is difficult; add to that the struggles with reading, writing, and confidence due to Dyslexia, and the situation can feel impossible! This book is specifically for that student and their transition to college. Written by two individuals with dyslexia and dysgraphia who have successfully navigated the college experience, it provides a unique first hand perspective on attending college with these limitations. They share personal experiences and advice, approaching challenges with assistive technology and reasonable expectations, and cover reading, writing, studying, learning a foreign language, self-esteem, and social life. Additionally, you, the reader, will find dozens of software applications reviewed — such as Voice Dream Reader or FineReader Pro, in order to help you know what will work best for you. Whether you have a PC, Mac, Android, or iOS device you will learn how to use that device to aid you in your scholastic success. The suggestions in this book will help a majority of dyslexic students cope with the demands of college or university work.
Specs
Publication Year
2015
Pages
123
Reviews:
“I found this book to be both highly educational for those wanting to know more about dyslexia, and a tremendous resource for students wishing to do well in college regardless of this condition. It is written by two people who both have labored with dyslexia, and who both have figured out how to succeed in college despite it. We are so lucky to live in a time when technology can mitigate the effects of physical limitations, and this book tells one how to do this, with extensive reviews of software and devices to make learning (especially reading) a doable thing. It is also full of wonderful advice for students (and not just those with dyslexia!) on how to best organize their time, and their lives, to do well in academics. I think, however, its most useful aspect is just the giving of real hope to students with dyslexia that they can do very well in academic pursuits! I highly recommend it to students, parents, and anyone who cares about people with learning difficulties.”
– Everett
“This is on my top 10 list for dyslexia.”
– Kindle 101
Maria Johnson has her own website where she offers tutoring services. Learn more about her here: tutoringwithmaria.com.
James Nuttall, PhD 