Why Should a DSA Assessor Recommend ivvi Notes?
What is ivvi Notes for DSA assessors?
ivvi Notes is DSA-approved online assistive technology that turns taught information into dynamic visual notes. Our Speech-to-Map™ technology records audio, produces a full transcript and creates an editable real-time mind map.
Why recommend ivvi Notes?
- Captures spoken information visually in real time.
- Combines audio, visual and written modes for multimodal learning.
- Uses visual tagging and mind mapping to identify key information.
- Integrates slides, images, files and other learning material.
- Works across devices and browsers.
- Keeps audio, transcript and mind map synchronised.
- Lets the user edit and reorganise information.
- Offers mind-map and structured-outline views.
- Provides full searchable transcription.
- Supports immediate quotation and highlighting.
Which needs and accommodations does ivvi support?
| Need | Assessor rationale |
|---|---|
| Dyslexia | Visual organisation reduces repetitive reading and supports complex-text comprehension. |
| Dysgraphia and dyspraxia | Digital notes reduce physical writing and improve legibility. |
| ADHD | Active tagging and mapping can support focus without information overload. |
| ASD | Personalised visual organisation helps manage sensory input and complexity. |
| Mental health | Comprehensive capture can reduce anxiety about missed content. |
| Mobility and chronic pain | Reduces extensive physical writing. |
| Hearing or auditory processing | Full transcript and visual notes support access to spoken content. |
| Unseen conditions | Flexible capture reduces cognitive load on low-energy days. |
| Executive function and working memory | Visual structure, editing and synchronisation support organisation and recall. |
Can assessors get a demo licence and resources?
We offer assessors:
- a free licence for assessment, demonstration and training;
- a three-year demo licence;
- an assessor toolkit;
- the DSA Assessors Guide;
- one-to-one training;
- a training newsletter;
- a dyslexia-specialist update list.
Download the ivvi Notes Recommendation Guide.
What do parents say about ivvi?
Lesley H describes her son Oliver as previously trying to create mind maps live despite dysgraphia, concentrating so hard on recording information that he could not listen effectively. With ivvi, she says he can listen with confidence because the details are being captured.
Where can assessors get started?
Request a demo licence or use the school page to request teacher resources and discuss pricing.