Learning Ally Blog: Access and Achievement

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Now more than ever, people with learning and visual disabilities are flourishing in the classroom, launching productive careers and becoming assets in their communities. This blog spotlights remarkable individuals who demonstrate that having a visual or print disability is no barrier to educational success.


Navigating Online Courses for Blind/Visually Impaired College Students - COVID-19 Edition
Kristen Witucki headshot in black and white

April 30, 2020 by Katie Ottaggio

By Kristen Witucki, Learning Ally's College Success Program Curriculum and Content Editor The world is becoming more virtual, and college ... Read More about Navigating Online Courses for Blind/Visually Impaired College Students - COVID-19 Edition

Dyslexic Student Dreams Big – Read-A-Thon
Dreaming Dyslexic Founders

January 2, 2020 by Learning Ally

Sarah felt isolated, misunderstood, and always wanted to connect with other students who were just like her. What is not ... Read More about Dyslexic Student Dreams Big – Read-A-Thon

Bat Mitzvah Project: Raising awareness for students with dyslexia
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January 16, 2018 by Learning Ally

Jessie G., a 12-year-old has dyslexia and she has made it her mission to educate others about her difficulties ... Read More about Bat Mitzvah Project: Raising awareness for students with dyslexia

Winter Break Audiobook Reading Recommendations
Misty Copeland The NutCracker

December 22, 2017 by Learning Ally

T'is the season for warm fluffy slippers, hot cocoa, and curling up with a good audio book. Students will ... Read More about Winter Break Audiobook Reading Recommendations

7 Tips to Support Struggling Readers in the Classroom
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December 20, 2017 by Learning Ally

by Guest blogger Annabelle Fees Students with visual and learning impairments require additional considerations that we might take for granted ... Read More about 7 Tips to Support Struggling Readers in the Classroom