Computerized Adult Reading Instruction: An Evaluation of the PALS Program.

Vockell, Edward L.; Sweeney, Jackie

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Publication Date: 1994

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Computerized Adult Reading Instruction: An Evaluation of the PALS Program.

Vockell, Edward L.; Sweeney, Jackie

Adult Basic Education, v4 n2 p105-17 Sum 1994

A literature review identified strengths and weaknesses of the Principle of the Alphabet Literacy System, a computerized adult literacy program, concluding that it showed no consistent achievement effects. Far less expensive technologies that could achieve the same goals with greater flexibility are available. (SK)

Descriptors: Adult Reading Programs, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Instructional Material Evaluation, Reading Achievement, Reading Instruction

Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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