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Zhang, Yuehua – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 2000
Describes a year-long study of five fifth grade students with learning disabilities with written language deficits that used a specially designed computer program, ROBO-Writer, as a writing tool to assist them in a weekly writing curriculum. Discusses effects on the students' behavior, attitudes, and their written products. (Contains 32…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Grade 5, Intermediate Grades

Raskind, Marshall H.; Higgins, Eleanor L.; Slaff, Nora B.; Shaw, Tobey K. – Learning Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 1998
A study investigated the effects of integrating assistive technology into the homes of 13 children with learning disabilities (ages 9-16). All placements were judged to have had positive effects on children and/or their families. Eight placements were judged successful in all three categories of technology performance and child and family…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education

Anderson-Inman, Lynne; Knox-Quinn, Carolyn; Szymanski, Mark – Career Development for Exceptional Individuals, 1999
Describes the use of computer-supported studying as an approach to helping students with disabilities develop and apply skills needed for successful transition from secondary to postsecondary education. Vignettes of three students with learning disabilities illustrate the success of computer-supported studying. (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Case Studies, Computer Uses in Education