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Computer-Aided Remediation for Grammar, Punctuation.
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Hanson, LuEtt – Journalism Educator, 1990
Reviews research on and recommends the use of computer-assisted instruction for remediation of grammar and punctuation skills. Gives recommendations for journalism schools planning to begin such a program. Presents guidelines for suitable computer software and reviews appropriate and inappropriate software. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Software Selection, Courseware
Zap 'Em with Assistive Technology: Notetaking, Modified Materials, Assistive Writing Tools, References, Organizational Tools, Cognitive Assistance, Adapted Access.
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Lahm, Elizabeth A.; Morrissette, Sandra K. – 1994
This collection of materials describes different types of computer applications and software that can help students with disabilities. It contains information on: (1) Easy Access, a feature of the systems software on every Macintosh computer that allows use of the keypad instead of the mouse, options for slow keys, and options for sticky keys; (2)…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Software Evaluation
The ABCs of Writing a Technical Glossary.
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Gray, Evie; Ingram, William; Bodson, Dennis – Technical Communication: Journal of the Society for Technical Communication, 1998
Explains format, style rules, and lexicographic conventions that improve clarity and precision in a technical glossary. Discusses general rules, rules of style, rules of grammar and syntax, and rules for figures. Describes the computer display techniques and file management system used to develop such a glossary. (SR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computers, Glossaries, Grammar
Improving Communication Skills through a Call Grammar Program.
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Wong, Irene F. H.; Cheung, Dorothy – Bulletin of the Association for Business Communication, 1989
Describes a computer program--GRAMSKIL--that provides self-accessed, interactive, individualized instruction via the computer to meet students' varying needs. Describes the effectiveness of this program in English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) classrooms. (MM)
Descriptors: Business Communication, Communication Skills, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Ideas in Practice: The Search Key as a Grassroots Grammar Checker.
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Giles, Timothy D. – Journal of Developmental Education, 1993
Explains how the search feature available with most word processing programs can reinforce grammar and proofreading skills, helping students focus on grammatical agreement, comma usage, and sentence fragments. Discusses student responses to the technique. (DMM)
Descriptors: Basic Writing, College Students, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
Using Computers in the Language Arts Curriculum.
Rodrigues, Dawn – Curriculum Review, 1985
Reviews software suitable for teaching elementary school language arts, specifically word processing programs for prereaders, and programs for readers grades 3-6 on typing skills and language arts development. Skill building software for word attack, spelling, vocabulary, and grammar are outlined; and merchandise information is provided for…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Costs, Elementary Education, Grammar
Toward Coherence in Learning to Program.
Bork, Alfred; And Others – AEDS Monitor, 1985
Discusses philosophical considerations that should be taken into account when developing materials to teach programing at elementary and secondary levels and outlines a learning environment based on these considerations. Philosophical considerations discussed relate to programing strategies, motivation, curriculum materials, continuity, visual and…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Curriculum Development