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November 21, 2024 (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

**Date**\: Thursday 21 November 2024. **Time**\: 07:00 PST / 10:00 EST / 15:00 GMT / 16:00 CET / 18:00 TRT / 19:00 GST **Duration**\: 1 hour. - [Confirm time in your time zone.](https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=International+Ally+User+Group+-+November+2024&iso=20241121T15&p1=300&ah=1) - [Sign up, submit questions in advance, and request a calendar appointment using this form.](https://forms.office.com/e/32gS3AN3Wk) - [Join Online using Blackboard Collaborate](https://tinyurl.com/AllyUG). # Summary Discover hidden gems of assistive technology that can improve the learning experience. Join us to explore how Microsoft Office 365's Speech-to-Text and Immersive Reader can reduce stress and boost accessibility for all students, featuring real-world examples from those who've benefited firsthand. # Agenda 1\.      Empowering Learning with MS 365: Assistive Technology Tools for Neurodivergent and All Learners 2\.      Next meeting. 3\.      Community updates. 4\.      Any other business. # Session synopsis ## Empowering Learning with MS 365: Assistive Technology Tools for Neurodivergent and All Learners Ben Lett, NU Law School Alumni, MLAW and LLM Space Law, Student Inclusion Consultant, Northumbria University Jean Moore, SpLD Academic Tutor, Library and Academic Services, Northumbria University “This session will explore assistive technology tools that are somewhat hidden in plain sight yet available to everyone at Northumbria University. Microsoft Office 365 Speech-to-Text and Immersive Reader are valuable tools for reducing hurdles and stress, particularly for neurodivergent and dyslexic students, while also benefiting all learners by enhancing accessibility and supporting diverse learning needs. This will be discussed and illustrated using practical examples from a student’s lived experiences.” # Missed an earlier session or want to watch again? If you missed a previous session, [all recordings and slide decks are available](https://tinyurl.com/AllyUserGroupSessions). ![](file-guid:8576e6e6-c949-4cf0-b5f2-95c24eb5131c "nov-2024-1.png")![](file-guid:9fa62248-b80e-4bef-9a84-12cf4c35b4e3 "nov-2024-2.png")

Location

Online via Blackboard Collaborate: https://tinyurl.com/AllyUG
Participants
1 Attending · 0 Invited