• reducing background noises that might be distracting
• permitting a learner extra time to complete a task
• providing tests/training materials to individuals with reading problems on audio tape, CD or video
• providing a written copy of instructions when needed
• allowing extra time for the person to process information
• providing the learner access to adaptive/assistive technology

Assistive technology is "any technology that enables an adult with learning disabilities to compensate for specific deficits." ³⁸ Assistive technology ranges from low to high tech, the choice depending on the individual, the function to be performed, and the context. Examples include the following:

• (1) for organization, memory, and time management problems - highlighters, beepers, digital watches, tape recorders, personal management software
  (2) for auditory processing - FM amplification devices, electronic notebooks, computer-aided real-time translation, voice synthesizers, videotapes with closed captioning, variable speech control tape recorders
  (3) for visual processing - software display controls, books on disk
  (4) for reading - scanners with speech synthesizers that read back text, books on tape and disk, CD-ROMs
  (5) for writing - word processing tools such as spelling and grammar checkers, abbreviation expanders, brainstorming/outlining software - for example, using Inspiration for writing.³⁹

Some adaptive technology that can be very beneficial to adults with learning disabilities include:

• Kurzweil 3000
• Wynn
• Word Q
• Co-Writer
• Inspiration
• Draft:Builder