The benefits of Jamworks AI Summaries for disabled and neurodivergent students
Jamworks’ AI Summaries are a feature of the Jamworks app and a form of assistive study technology which is available to disabled and neurodivergent students through the DSA (Disabled Students’ Allowance) programme. Here are some ways in which this feature benefits a variety of different conditions: Dyslexia Dyslexic students can benefit from Jamworks’ AI summarisation […]
The benefits of Jamworks Automatic Highlighting (hands-free) for disabled and neurodivergent students
Automatic Highlighting is a hands-free feature of the Jamworks app which is available to disabled and neurodivergent students through the DSA (Disabled Students’ Allowance) programme. Here are some ways in which this feature benefits a variety of different conditions: Dyslexia Writing notes is an aspect of studying which can be challenging for dyslexic students due […]
The benefits of Jamworks AI Flashcards for disabled and neurodivergent students
Disabled and neurodivergent students can get Jamworks Pro for the duration of their studies, completely free through the DSA (Disabled Students’ Allowance) scheme. Jamworks Pro automatically generates interactive AI flashcards from every lesson, which helps with learning and revision. Here are some of the specific benefits of AI flashcards for different disabled and neurodivergent students: […]
Is Anxiety a Disability?
Anxiety, like many mental health conditions, is rarely the first thing that comes to mind when we think of a disability. However, in the UK, the definition of a disability under the Equality Act 2010 can apply to mental health conditions. This means those with long-term mental health difficulties can access support in places of […]
Is Dyslexia a disability in the UK?
What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a condition which affects a person’s understanding of sound structure in language, verbal memory and processing speed. This learning difficulty affects how those with the condition both read and spell, which can pose many challenges in day-today life as well as academic situations. Dyslexia does not affect intelligence, however the […]
Free Equipment for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students and Employees
In the UK, government schemes offer free equipment for deaf and hard of hearing students and employees. This is important for removing barriers and promoting inclusive education and workplace environments with equal opportunities. 1 in 6 UK adults is affected by hearing loss including 4.4 million adults who are of working age. Read on to […]
How much DSA do you get for Dyslexia?
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a non-repayable grant available to UK students with learning difficulties and impacted disabilities. Dyslexia is a learning difficulty which is classed as an eligible diagnosis for receiving DSA at university, but how much is offered to students struggling with this condition? How does Dyslexia impact a student’s learning and ability […]
The Role of the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) in Supporting Students with Learning Difficulties
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) plays an important role in supporting students with learning difficulties. DSA aims to break down the academic and well-being barriers that disabled students might face during higher education. This financial support covers study-related costs in a range of ways, including assistive technology (AT) like Jamworks – a note taking and lecture-recording […]
How much DSA can I get for Anxiety?
There are a range of anxiety disorders which students can be diagnosed with that impact their learning and study ability. Therefore, students with a form of anxiety diagnosis are eligible to receive Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) which is a non- repayable grant available to students who’s learning is impacted by their disabilities. Do I have […]
What you’re entitled to: How much DSA for mental health conditions
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) is a non-repayable grant that is available to students who’s learning is impacted by their disabilities and diagnosed conditions. There are a wide range of mental health conditions which students are diagnosed with that can cause them to struggle academically as a result and therefore stand as an eligibility to receive […]
