Loveth’s Progress and Achievements Using Assistive Technology
TALENTS AND PASSIONS
Loveth is a bright and talented individual who excels in many areas. Her athletic abilities shine through with her success in football, cricket, tennis, and table tennis, where she is a dedicated and valuable team player.
Loveth’s creativity is equally impressive. She enjoys art and expressing herself through different mediums. In addition, her interest in science, particularly experiments, highlights her curiosity and love of learning.
At home, her practical skills and enjoyment of cooking showcase her hands-on approach to tasks and her creativity outside the classroom.
Loveth is also known for her kindness and team spirit, which make her a pleasure to work with. She demonstrates a keen interest in English, particularly in story writing, allowing her to explore and develop her creative thinking further.
Loveth using her Surface Pro Computer at school
Loveth says “I love my computer, it helps with my learning, especially my writing – it lets me see if I have spelt something wrong. My typing has got faster, and I can get my ideas down quicker. I have got to learn new things with my device and with Miss Wright helping me.”
SUCCESSFUL STRATEGIES
Loveth is making significant strides in several areas. Her handwriting, once a challenge, has shown notable improvement, which has boosted her confidence. The tailored interventions she is engaging in, such as the Power of Two Maths program and Dynamo, have been highly effective in supporting her learning. Techniques such as overlearning and repetition are proving beneficial, enhancing her ability to retain information. Additionally, simplified one-step instructions and clear, unambiguous language have made a positive difference, enabling her to better understand and follow tasks.
Most notably, Loveth has embraced assistive technology, particularly Clicker software, with remarkable success. This tool has empowered her to produce more content in her lessons than ever before, helping her overcome challenges with writing and enabling her to articulate her ideas more effectively. Her accomplishments with Clicker have not gone unnoticed—she earned a well-deserved Student of the Month award from CENMAC in recognition of her efforts and progress.
ONGOING CHALLENGES
Like many students, Loveth faces challenges that impact her learning experience. Maths anxiety continues to be a significant barrier, affecting her confidence and performance in the subject. Difficulties with memory and attention span further compound her learning obstacles, making it hard for her to retain information or sustain focus over time.
Writing tasks remain a particular challenge for Loveth. When required to write extensively, her hand often aches, limiting her ability to complete her work. She also struggles with articulating and remembering her ideas, which creates additional hurdles in transferring her thoughts onto paper. In the classroom, her passive demeanour can sometimes affect her engagement and active participation during lessons.
As Loveth prepares to transition to secondary school, new challenges are likely to emerge. The increased workload, multiple subject teachers, and larger class sizes can be overwhelming for students already navigating organisational and memory-related difficulties.
Secondary school environments often demand greater independence, which may initially be daunting for Loveth, especially in areas like time management, adapting to new routines, and managing homework. However, with the tailored support provided by CENMAC, Loveth is beginning to overcome these challenges. The introduction of assistive technology, including tools like Clicker 8 software, has been transformative. These resources have enabled her to articulate her ideas more effectively and produce work with greater confidence and independence. Additionally, CENMAC’s support strategies, such as creating structured plans and teaching self-advocacy skills, will be essential as Loveth enters secondary school.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
Despite these challenges, Loveth has accomplished a great deal. Serving as House Captain this year, she has taken on a leadership role, encouraging her team to collect points and representing them in assemblies and events.
Her dedication to sports is evident in her active participation in both the cricket and football teams, where she has even scored a goal in football.
In addition to her athletic achievements, Loveth has earned swimming certificates, further demonstrating her versatility and commitment to personal growth. Her embrace of assistive technology, particularly Clicker, has been a meaningful change, allowing her to excel in her lessons and gain well-deserved recognition.
CELEBRATING SUCCESS AND PLANNING AHEAD
Loveth’s journey is a testament to her resilience, strengths, and dedication. Her achievements in academics, sports, and personal development are remarkable, especially given the challenges she faces. Assistive technology has played a transformative role in her progress, enabling her to overcome obstacles and realize her potential. With ongoing support and encouragement, Loveth is well on her way to achieving even greater success in the future.
Case Study Author: Carly Adkinson, CENMAC Advisory Teacher