Jack Churchill on Why Assistive Tech Isn’t Cheating—It’s Access
Episode description
In this episode, Lindy sits down with Jack Churchill—assistive technology leader, dyslexic learner, and yes, the great-grandson of Winston Churchill—to unpack one of education’s biggest misconceptions: that using support tools is somehow “cheating.” From scanning pens to AI-powered supports, they explore how accessibility tools remove barriers, not rigor. You’ll hear insights on supporting neurodivergent learners, and why access isn’t optional—it’s essential for learning
Learn more about Scanning Pens at https://www.scanningpens.com/.
More about Jack:
Jack Churchill is Chair of the British Assistive Technology Association and Co-Founder of Scanning Pens. He established the assistive technology company Scanning Pens 20 years ago because he’s passionate about technology being a great enabler. Being dyslexic himself, Jack is determined to help young people & adults with reading difficulties reach their potential. Scanning Pens BETT Award winning C-Pen Reader is used in classrooms around the world. In recent years Scanning Pens has won a number of prominent awards including BETT Company of the Year 2020 & the Queen's Award for Enterprise 2021 for International Trade. Jack is a UK Trade Export Champ and was recognised with an OBE medal from HRH the Prince of Wales in 2024.