How IT can help children with dyslexia in the primary school

Abstract

This study investigates the responses, interactions and progress of four dyslexic children while working on computer software. The performance of the children was observed while they worked on the software during a specialised three month course at the SpLD Service in Floriana. A diary of the children's work both during group activities and on the computer was updated weekly. Particular attention was given to the children's reactions while working on the computer software. Results obtained were then compared and analysed in relation to the children's individual difficulties and to the software used.