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"Dyslexia is a language-based disorder that makes reading, recognizing words, spelling and decoding especially difficult. More than 20% of the U.S. population is dyslexic, according to the National Institutes of Health, yet stigma and misconceptions often prevent dyslexic people from seeking help.\nIt's something you're born with, but while dyslexia is a lifelong learning disability, early and effective methods can decrease its impact and help dyslexic students maintain the same learning level as their peers.\nSee also: 10 Ingenious Inventions for People With Disabilities\nWe rounded up a list of seven apps that students \u2014 as well as parents and teachers \u2014 may find particularly useful. As with non-dyslexics, each person's strengths and weaknesses differ; these apps are meant to cover a range of issues and ages.\n\n\nApps for Dyslexia\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. vBookz PDF Voice Reader\n\n\nWith vBookz, open any PDF from your email, Dropbox, Safari, Google Drive or iTunes, and the app will read it aloud. The app converts all text (in 16 languages) into a special font called Dyslexie, specifically designed to make the reading process easier for people with dyslexia.\nPrice: $4.99\n\n\nImage: MindEx International Ltd\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2. SoundLiteracy\n\n\nSoundLiteracy is a customizable letter tile app designed for tutors and teachers. While it may look like a game, the company behind it insists it's more of a tool to improve interaction between teacher and student during literacy education.\nSoundLiteracy can be used to teach dyslexic students how to distinguish individual sounds, process word sound structures and develop spelling strategies.Price: $24.99\n\n\nImage: 3D Literacy LLC\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3. openWeb\n\n\nThis app makes web browsing more accessible by converting text into a more readable format. The default font is called OpenDyslexic, an open-source font designed for dyslexic readers.\nNote that while this app is compatible with iPads, it's optimized for iPhone 5.\nPrice: Free\n\n\nImage: Abelardo Gonzalez\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n4. ModMath\n\n\nModMath allows users to type math problems instead of writing them by hand, which can prove difficult for people with dyslexia or dysgraphia (not being able to write coherently). The app provides virtual graph paper and a calculator, and the user can print out his or her work, or email it directly to a teacher.\nFor an iPhone-specific calculator, check out Dyscalculator.\nPrice: Free\n\n\nImage: Division of Labor SF\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n5. Dyslexia Quest\n\n\nThe games in Dyslexia Quest help test and build memory, as well as learning skills. The app, which was developed and tested at the Bristol Dyslexia Center in the UK, specifically assesses working memory, phonological awareness, processing speed, visual memory, auditory memory and sequencing skills. \nThere are three age ranges: 7-10 years, 11-16 years, and 17 and older.\nPrice: $2.59\n\n\nImage: Nessy Learning Limited\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6. Oz Phonics\n\n\nOz Phonics focuses on rudimentary letter-sound relationships, including short vowels and up to 10 consonants. With various in-app exercises, it's designed for dyslexic children and adults who have trouble reading.\nPrice: $0.99\n\n\nImage: Oz Phonics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n7. Inspiration Maps\n\n\nThis is a visual learning app for grades four and up, allowing students to build organized diagrams and outlines. Elaine Cheesman, Ph.D., and the International Dyslexia Association recommend Inspiration Maps for literacy instruction. \nThere's also a free version for younger kids available here.\nPrice: $9.99\n\n\nImage: Inspiration Software\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBONUS: What Is Dyslexia?\n\n\nFrom the same company behind Dyslexia Quest, What Is Dysexia? gives an overview of what it's like to live with dyslexia. It also includes a quiz that can help users figure out if they show signs of dyslexia.\nPrice: Free\n\n\nImage: Nessy Learning Limited\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave something to add to this story? Share it in the comments."^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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