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Direct linkGarrett, Jennifer Tumlin; Heller, Kathryn Wolff; Fowler, Linda P.; Alberto, Paul A.; Fredrick, Laura D.; O'Rourke, Colleen M. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2011
Students with physical disabilities often have difficulty with writing fluency, despite the use of various strategies, adaptations, and assistive technology (AT). One possible intervention is the use of speech recognition software, although there is little research on its impact on students with physical disabilities. This study used an…
Descriptors: High School Students, Physical Disabilities, Computational Linguistics, Computer Software
Cullen, Jennifer; Richards, Stephen B.; Frank, Catherine Lawless – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2009
This study used a modified multiple-baseline design to determine the effects on the writing performance of seven students with special needs when a talking word processor with spell checker software was used independent of and in conjunction with word prediction software as accommodations in daily writing exercises. Results indicated that, in…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Writing Exercises, Writing Skills, Word Processing
Peer reviewedJenkins, Marcia W. – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1987
Individualized educational programs (IEPs) written either by hand or by use of the "IEP Writer'" a specially designed word processing program, were compared. Results indicated that IEPs which were written using the program took less time and were of higher quality than were handwritten IEPs. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedOsguthorpe, Russell T.; Chang, Linda Li – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1987
The study evaluated the feasibility of using two commonly available peripheral devices (Apple Graphics Tablet and Power Pad) and specially developed software to help 12 moderately and severely retarded individuals to use written communication (Rebus symbols). Students learned the symbol processing system and used it effectively for personal…
Descriptors: Communication Disorders, Communication Skills, Computer Software, Electronic Equipment
Mirenda, Pat; Turoldo, Kirsten; McAvoy, Constance – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2006
This study examined the impact of a word prediction software program, Co:Writer, on the written output of 24 students with physical disabilities that affected their ability to write by hand. Surveys were completed by both students who used Co:Writer and their teachers/adult supporters in schools, and 10-minute writing samples were obtained from…
Descriptors: Prediction, Educational Technology, Computer Software, Word Processing
Peer reviewedShell, Duane F.; And Others – Journal of Special Education Technology, 1989
The paper addresses computer-based augmentative writing systems for physically disabled and visually impaired students and augmentative communication systems for nonverbal speech-impaired students. Among the components described are keyboard support systems, switch systems, alternate interface systems, support software, voice output systems, and…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Communication Aids (for Disabled), Computer Software, Input Output Devices
Tumlin, Jennifer; Heller, Kathryn Wolff – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2004
The purpose of this study was to examine the use of word prediction software to increase typing speed and decrease spelling errors for students who have physical disabilities that affect hand use. Student perceptions regarding the effectiveness of word prediction was examined as well as their typing rates and spelling accuracy. Four students with…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Physical Disabilities, Assistive Technology, Keyboarding (Data Entry)
