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Supporting DSA students to success
Here at Scanning Pens, our award-winning portable text-to-speech technology supports neurodiverse learners to read confidently and study independently. Essential tools for assessors
As an assessor, we want to give you all the equipment needed to work alongside students and help them with any obstacles they face. Our essential C-Pen assessors tool kit offers the perfect solution for paper-based literature, all with a special £80 assessor discount DSA assessor training
We provide full training to all assessors on our range of smart pens, specific to their needs, so they get the most out of the pen. They’ll have access to webinars hosted by our expert team, which provide everything you need to know about the pens, keeping you up to date with the latest features. Our goal is to ensure all needs assessors are fully trained on how to use our range of pens and have all the tools necessary to nurture learners on their journey. Webinars
You will also have access to free webinars, where you will get the latest information about all the goings on in the world of smart pens and who they support. We also hold training webinars, with the goal of ensuring all assessors are fully trained and up to date with their knowledge of the pens for efficient use in assessments.  Multiple built-in dictionaries Instantly scan and hear printed words Built-in voice recorder Supports GDPR compliancy Multiple built-in dictionaries Instantly scan and hear printed words  Listen to the exam questions accurately No need for human reader Social inclusionAdditional Materials
We have many resources to help support students and workers, including:  Information Training Webinars Phone Assistance Online Support ChatWe also have other support materials, which tells you everything about our assistive technology. Below are some downloadable versions of our flyers. Essential Guides
We have a wide range of helpful resources on hand to help get you started with your pen including quick start and implementation guides. How we’ve helped the neurodiverse community
Here is what assessors and students are saying about Scanning Pens, and how our smart pens have helped them. -
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The programme was beyond our expectations. We felt supported by the up-to-date expert advice, but also hearing about good practice in other schools was extremely helpful in improving our policy. The Green School Thank you for supporting the Demonstrator Program being delivered by Highfurlong School. We have widely shared this training and links to the supporting workshops that you provide. Erica Smith – ED Tech Demonstrator Schools Lead – Highfurlong School, Blackpool The training outcome that I achieved from attending the Scanning Pens Demo Schools training program was creating a video presentation that our Learning Support Centre now uses to explain our offer of support for learners with SpLD and Dyslexia Karen Bates - Oldham 6th Form College The programme was beyond our expectations. We felt supported by the up-to-date expert advice, but also hearing about good practice in other schools was extremely helpful in improving our policy. The Green School The purpose of each workshop was explained well. Concepts were presented in a clear and easy to understand way. Presentations, explanations, and demonstrations were very helpful. Albany Academy Scanning Pens training has enabled better independence for our individuals with significant SEND. Knebworth Primary School We were very satisfied with the topic relevance, materials provided, overall content and the support provided by the facilitator/trainer. Kirklees College Frequently asked questions Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is government funded support which covers study-related costs due to an individual with mental health issues, long-term illness, or other ailments. This can be on its own or in addition to any student finance you get. You can apply for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) if you live in England and have a disability that affects your ability to study, such as a: - Specific learning difficulty, for example dyslexia or ADHD
- Mental health condition, for example anxiety or depression
- Physical disability, for example if you have to use crutches, a wheelchair or a special keyboard
- Sensory disability, for example if you’re visually impaired, deaf or have a hearing impairment
- Long-term health condition, for example cancer, chronic heart disease or HIV
You must also: - Be an undergraduate or postgraduate student (including Open University or distance learning)
- Qualify for student finance from Student Finance England
- Be studying on a course that lasts a year
Once your eligibility for DSA is confirmed, Student Finance England may ask you to contact an assessment centre to work out what help you need.
This is known as a needs assessment. Do not book this until Student Finance England asks you to.
The assessment is paid for through any DSA entitlement you may have.
After the assessment, you’ll get a report listing equipment and other support you can get for your course. DSA helps students with the cost of: - Specialist equipment, for example a computer if you need one because of your disability
- Non-medical helpers, for example a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter or specialist note taker
- Extra travel to attend your course or placement because of your disability
- Other disability-related study support, for example having to print additional copies of documents for proof-reading
Source: GOV.UK Check eligibility for a demonstration pen and assessor pack
If you’re interested in having a demonstrator pen as part of your assessor pack, then click below to find out your eligibility. A special assessors pack is also available, filled with guides and goodies to showcase in your assessment centre. Get in Touch
This is PJ, who has worked in the DSA sector here at Scanning Pens for over 5 years. She has the valuable expertise you need to be fully trained and knowledgeable on our pens. Name: PJ Balderstone Position: Business Development Manager Email: [email protected]Phone: +4420279764912
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