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Getman, G. N. – Academic Therapy, 1983
The author cautions that far from being an educational panacea, computers may actually be frustrating or even harmful for children with visual problems, including difficulties with visual-tactual development, visual attention span, and nearsightedness. A coordinated program implemented by education and clinicians is advocated. (CL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Disabilities, Visual Learning
Evans, William H.; Stritch, Thomas M. – Academic Therapy, 1983
Computers should not supplant other forms of basic instruction for learning disabled students. Overreliance on computers could lead to difficulties for students with poor visual skills and to inadequate practice for students with motor problems. (CL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities
