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LEARNING AND SELF-MANAGEMENT: Adapting Your Study Approach

Studying with Dyslexia and Assistive Tools

Students with dyslexia can benefit from specific study techniques and assistive technologies that play to their strengths and address areas of difficulty, such as reading speed, spelling, and written expression.

Useful Resources on Studying with Dyslexia and Assistive Tools:

Rainford, J. (2025, September 22). 5 tried-and-tested study tips for dyslexic students. OpenLearn. https://www.open.edu/openlearn/education-development/5-tried-and-tested-study-tips-dyslexic-students

Annotation: Article from The Open University offering five practical study strategies for dyslexic students. These include setting mini-deadlines, using read-aloud proofreading tools, harnessing creativity through alternative note-taking methods (visual notes, voice notes), pacing study with techniques like Pomodoro, and accessing institutional support services. Written by a lecturer with lived experience of ADHD and dyslexia.

Gboard Help. (n.d.). Use advanced voice typing features. https://support.google.com/gboard/answer/11197787

Annotation: Google support page documenting advanced voice typing features available on Gboard for Pixel 6 and later devices. Covers voice commands for dictation, editing, automated punctuation, multi-language support, proofreading via "Fix it," and writing tools for rephrasing or formalizing text. Relevant as an assistive technology tool for students who benefit from speech-to-text input.

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Table of contents:

4.1. Finding Help and Support
4.1.1. Seeking Support
4.1.2. Communicating with Professors

4.2. Learning and Study Skills
4.2.1. How We Learn
4.2.2. Metacognition
4.2.3. Study Strategies
4.2.4. Studying in STEM
4.2.5. Note-Taking and Lectures
4.2.6. Exam Preparation

4.3. Time Management and Focus
4.3.1. Time Management Strategies
4.3.2. The Pomodoro Technique
4.3.3. Understanding Procrastination
4.3.4. Staying Motivated
4.3.5. Digital Focus Tools

4.4. Reflective Practice
4.4.1. Growth Mindset Strategies
4.4.2. Reflective Practice Tools

4.5. Wellbeing
4.5.1. Mental Health
4.5.2. Personal Wellbeing
4.5.3. Digital Wellbeing
4.5.4. Stress Management
4.5.5. Budgeting
4.5.6. Finding Friends

4.6. Adapting Your Study Approach
4.6.1. Neurodiversity and University
4.6.2. Studying with ADHD

4.6.3. Studying with Dyslexia and Assistive Tools

4.7. Skills and Career Planning
4.7.1. Identifying Your Skills
4.7.2. Setting Goals
4.7.3. Career Planning
4.7.4. Postgraduate Study
4.7.5. Internships and E-Learning

 

Author: Leeanne Irwin

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