Question: What are Accommodations for Learning Disabled Employees with Writing Problems?
What are Common Accommodations for Learning Disabled Employees with Writing Problems?
Answer: Learning disabled employees with writing problems may have difficulty with both writing and reading. They may have difficulty with basic writing, expressive writing, or both. They may benefit from:
- Using a dictionary or thesaurus;
- Electronic and talking dictionaries;
- Using word prediction and speech software such as Read & Write Gold;
- Using a human note-taker or proof-reader;
- Using forms with checkboxes and limited need for writing;
- Allowing verbal communication rather than written communication;
- Using bold-line paper;
- Allowing use of technology such as a computer , Alpha Smart, Palm, or tablet PC;
- Using graphic organizers; and
- Using speech recognition software that recognizes the user's voice and changes it to text on the computer screen.
- Must an Employee Tell an Employer about a Learning Disability?
- How Will an Employer Know about an Employee's Learning Disability?
- How May an Employer Determine a Learning Disabled Employee's Needs?
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