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Peer reviewedHunt-Berg, Mary; And Others – Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 1994
This article describes features found in computer-supported writing applications, such as speech synthesis, word prediction, and grammar correction, which can support writers who have writing disabilities. The article suggests possible uses during various phases of the writing process, and provides a matrix identifying features contained in a…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Word Processing
Peer reviewedLewis, Rena B.; Graves, Anne W.; Ashton, Tamarah M.; Kieley, Candace L. – Learning Disabilities Research and Practice, 1998
A study examined the effects of several text-entry methods, including handwriting and five computer-based approaches, in enhancing the speed of text entry for 108 students with learning disabilities. Handwriting was found to be the fastest mode of text entry, followed by word prediction. All methods improved writing accuracy. (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Handwriting
