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The Use of Computer-Assisted Instruction to Improve the Reading Comprehension of Students with Learning Disabilities: An Evaluation of the Evidence Base According to the What Works Clearinghouse Standards
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Kim, Min Kyung; McKenna, John William; Park, Yujeong – Remedial and Special Education, 2017
The purpose of this study was to investigate the evidence base for using computer-assisted instruction (CAI) to improve the reading comprehension of students with learning disabilities (LD). Twelve peer-reviewed studies (seven comparison group studies, five single-case studies) met selection criteria and were evaluated according to the relevant…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Technology, Reading Comprehension, Learning Disabilities
Improving the Fraction Word Problem Solving of Students with Mathematics Learning Disabilities: Interactive Computer Application
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Shin, Mikyung; Bryant, Diane P. – Remedial and Special Education, 2017
Students with mathematics learning disabilities (MLD) have a weak understanding of fraction concepts and skills, which are foundations of algebra. Such students might benefit from computer-assisted instruction that utilizes evidence-based instructional components (cognitive strategies, feedback, virtual manipulatives). As a pilot study using a…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Learning Disabilities, Mathematical Concepts, Fractions
The Virtual History Museum: Learning U.S. History in Diverse Eighth Grade Classrooms
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Okolo, Cynthia M.; Englert, Carol Sue; Bouck, Emily C.; Heutsche, Anne; Wang, Hequn – Remedial and Special Education, 2011
History is an important but often overlooked content area for all students in this current era of accountability. Yet instruction in history can help students become problem solvers and learn to make interpretations from multiple perspectives. This article reports the results of a pilot study examining history learning across three groups of…
Descriptors: History, History Instruction, Mild Disabilities, Museums
Small Group Computer-Assisted Instruction with SMART Board Technology: An Investigation of Observational and Incidental Learning of Nontarget Information
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Campbell, Monica L.; Mechling, Linda C. – Remedial and Special Education, 2009
This investigation examined the effectiveness of teaching letter sounds in a small group arrangement using computer-assisted instruction with SMART Board technology and a 3s constant time delay procedure to three students with learning disabilities. A multiple probe design across letter sound sets and replicated across students evaluate the…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Small Group Instruction, Stimuli, Investigations
An Analysis of the Impact of Anchored Instruction on Teaching and Learning Activities in Two Ninth-Grade Language Arts Classes.
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Rieth, Herbert J.; Bryant, Diane P.; Kinzer, Charles K.; Colburn, Linda K.; Hur, Suhng-June; Hartman, Paula; Choi, Hye Sung – Remedial and Special Education, 2003
A study involving 62 students in two inclusive ninth-grade language arts classes examined the impact of anchored instruction. Results found that as teachers increased the level and length of their questions, students reciprocated by providing higher level and longer responses to questions and asked longer and higher level questions. (Contains…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Instruction, Educational Technology, Grade 9, Inclusive Schools