Former Learning Ally board member, Sally E. Shaywitz, M.D., is a co-founder of the Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity, and has devoted her career to understanding and helping children and adults who are dyslexic. In this brief video interview, she shares insights on the power of assistive technology, audiobooks and accommodations for people with dyslexia.
Dr. Sally Shaywitz on Dyslexia, Assistive Tech and Learning Ally: The power of technology
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