How can teachers use C Pens in the classroom?

Teachers can use C‑Pens flexibly to support literacy, inclusion, and independence for a wide range of learners.

1. Supporting independent reading

Students can scan text and hear it read aloud instantly, helping them access books, worksheets, and exam papers
Reduces reliance on adult support or a human reader
Builds confidence and reading independence

C‑Pens are designed to help learners access printed text “anywhere at any time,” supporting independent reading across subjects [scanningpens.co.uk]

2. Supporting SEND and diverse learners

C‑Pens are particularly useful for students with:

Dyslexia or reading difficulties
EAL (English as an additional language)
Processing or confidence challenges

They allow teachers to provide targeted support without singling students out, helping create a more inclusive classroom.

3. Classroom interventions and literacy support

Teachers can integrate C‑Pens into:

Small group interventions
1:1 support session
Reading catch-up programmes

They help reinforce multi‑modal learning (seeing and hearing text), which improves understanding and retention.

4. Everyday classroom use

C‑Pens can be used across lessons to:

Access worksheets and textbooks
Support comprehension of new vocabulary
Help students stay focused during independent tasks

They require minimal setup and training, making them easy to embed into daily routines.

5. Preparing students for exams

Students can use C‑Pens in class as their “normal way of working”, which is essential for exam access arrangements
Builds confidence ahead of assessments
Helps students develop independence before formal exams

6. Reducing teacher workload

Allows students to self-support when reading
Reduces the need for constant teacher or TA intervention
Frees up time for whole-class teaching

Key takeaway

C‑Pens are a simple, flexible classroom tool that help teachers support literacy, inclusion, and independence, whether in whole-class teaching, interventions, or exam preparation.