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Robert McLaren, Head of Industry, Technology & Innovation, and Manager for Assistive Technology; Discusses Assistive Technology and Dyslexia.

“I could have confidence in what I was submitting as work…we wave the flag for assistive technology”

Robert McLaren: Head of Industry, Technology & Innovation, and Manager for Assistive Technology at Policy Connect

For Lexxic’s August Newsletter video, Nicola James, CEO of Lexxic Ltd, spoke with Robert McClaren. Robert McLaren is Head of Industry, Technology & Innovation, and Manager for Assistive Technology at Policy Connect; and also has the neurodiverse condition, dyslexia.

In this discussion Robert covers the following questions and more:

· What is your experience with using assistive technology?

· Are there any apps or technology you can recommend to others?

· What strengths and gifts has dyslexia given you?

· What advice would you give to people considering going to university and entering the world of work?

Robert provides us with an in depth discussion regarding his job role at Policy Connect and the influence assistive technology has in his area of work. He gives us an honest walk though his journey through education to achieving his degree and overcoming his challenges with dyslexia, including spelling and reading difficulties and using assistive technology. Robert provides advice to those who are looking to start university and discusses applications and software that may benefit others with neurodiverse conditions.

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Interview by Nicola James, Chartered Occupational Psychologist, with Robert McLaren, Head of Industry, Technology & Innovation, and Manager for Assistive Technology at Policy Connect.

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