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Peer reviewedSturm, Janet M.; And Others – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1997
This article provides teachers a framework for choosing computer software to assist with writing instruction for students with learning disabilities. The various writing problems that software programs can address are described. Appendices include a writing needs checklist, writing requirements checklist, and list of features of computer-supported…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Selection, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedStrickland, James – Computers and Composition, 1992
Presents brief descriptions of 46 software programs designed to (1) help writers collaborate over a network; (2) help writers invent; (3) allow comment after critical reading; (4) help writers write research papers; (5) help writers analyze style/mechanics/usage; (6) offer on-line reference guides; (7) author multimedia courseware; and (8) assess…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Computer Networks, Computer Software Selection, Higher Education
Peer reviewedMajsterek, David J. – Intervention in School and Clinic, 1990
The article addresses use of microcomputer-based word processing for students with writing disabilities. The research is briefly reviewed, and four guidelines for choosing word processing software are offered, as are principles for teaching keyboarding. (DB)
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Peer reviewedSteelman, Jane D.; And Others – Topics in Language Disorders, 1993
A theoretical framework for how literacy is learned and an overview of some special learning and technological needs of persons with severe speech and physical impairments are presented. Guidelines are offered for appropriate software selection and specialized computer adaptation for speech output and physical access. (DB)
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Case Studies, Communication Disorders
