Event Title

TASSCC – Read&Write for Windows

Focus Area

ICT & Inclusion

Commissioned By

Hazel Lynch, Education Support Officer

Date of event

20^th September

11^th October

1 February 2018

Time of event

4pm – 5:30pm

Venue

Old Braeside School, Training room

Target Personnel

Education staff, any stage

Maximum no of participants

15

Minimum no of participants

5

Course Content/Objectives

 A step-by-step, hands-on approach to learn more about the new application across all our City schools – Read&Write by Texthelp. This software can be accessed by all staff and pupils both in school and at home.

Read&Write lets everyone read, write and express themselves more confidently. Read more here:

This session has a specific focus on Read&Write for Windows devices. Offering additional tools than the chrome toolbar, the windows application offers a complete literacy solution for pupils with literacy difficulties.

Outcomes sought

• Learn how to use accessibility tools including text-to-speech, word prediction and dictionary tools to support learners
• Use study skills tools and productivity features to organise work
• Become confident in all aspects of the Read&Write for Windows application

How does it link to the standards

2.1.2: Know how to use, design and adapt materials for teaching and learning which stimulate, support and challenge all learners.

3.1.2: Communicate appropriately with all learners, and promote competence and confidence in literacy

3.1.4: Identify effectively barriers to learning and respond appropriately, seeking advice in relation to all learners’ needs as required.

3.2.1: Enable learners to make full use of well-chosen resources, including digital technologies to support teaching and learning.