The purpose of this study is to examine how technology, namely virtual reality (VR), can be developed as a critical pedagogical tool. More specifically, the study explores whether the use of VR can challenge the traditional lecture format and make the classroom a more student-centered environment. In this instance, VR is defined as a set of…

The benefits and effects of computers and other assistive technologies to develop career awareness for four fifth-grade students with cognitive disabilities were examined. The students participated in a seven-week career awareness exercise and used the following assistive technology and multimedia tools: Hyperstudio, Intellikeys, Co-Writer,…