Scarsdale Middle School

EquatIO helps students more easily write math expressions.

• Dictate, type, or handwrite math equations to have them automatically uploaded to a Google Doc or other document
• The software understands what is being typed or handwritten, and turns those expressions into clear, accurate on-screen formulas

Read & Write for Google is a Chrome extension that makes documents, web pages, and common file types more accessible for students with different learning abilities.

• Words or passages can be read out loud using the text-to-speech feature
• Text and pictures come with dictionaries
• Word-prediction tool suggests phrases as you type
• Dictate words and they appear on the screen, eliminating handwriting
• Type directly on PDFs

Mindomo is mind-mapping software that allows students to create collaborative concept maps, outlines, and charts that simplify project planning.

• Progress from outline to graphical mind maps with one click, simplifying the outlining process for students who struggle to organize and rearrange their ideas
• Students may embed videos and graphics in their mind maps
• Includes templates for different types of writings, like a persuasive essay

ReaderQ is a Chrome Add On that eliminates distractions when reading web pages and help readers get to the main point of what they’re reading.

• Adjust the text display to show highlighting and varied text sizes, as well as annotations
• Select and save keywords and phrases. A limit is placed on how much is selected to make sure only relevant points are saved
• Used frequently by middle- or high-school students who need to reference information on the web when writing reports

ModMath was designed by parents of a boy with dyslexia and dysgraphia to simplify basic math problems and detailed equations through the use of a touchscreen and keypad.

• The app's virtual graph paper creates a pencil-free format in which to complete arithmetic
• Older students can complete more complex math equations inside the tool

Students can approach teachers with conversations starters like:

• I’m struggling with ________________. Can we talk about it later?
• I’m working hard, but I’m still not understanding. Can you help me?
• This is what I know. Am I on the right track?
• I’m not sure what I need. Can you help me?
• Can you give me advice about ________  ?