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Peer reviewedLong, Steven H. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1991
The article addresses advances in speech and language assessment through the use of technology. Discussed are the large amounts of accurate diagnostic information that software can generate and the use of microcomputers in data interpretation. Categories of assessment software (phonological analysis and language sample analysis) are considered and…
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection
Peer reviewedSchwartz, Arthur H. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1985
The article analyzes software for assessing language, noting advantages and disadvantages of such programs as Computerized Language Sample Analysis and Lingquest 1 Language Sample Analysis. In addition, software for assessing phonetic and phonological performance is also considered. (CL)
Descriptors: Communication Disorders, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Tests
Peer reviewedKotula, Andrea Winokur – Topics in Language Disorders, 2003
The matching of students with language learning disabilities and dyslexia to appropriate reading materials is discussed, and formal and informal methods are presented for determining reading levels for accuracy, fluency, and comprehension instruction and practice. The Spache Readability Formula, the New Dale-Challe Readability Formula, and…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Dyslexia, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedSchwartz, Arthur H.; Cohen, Carol – Topics in Language Disorders, 1991
The article presents a strategy for speech/language clinicians to apply when making decisions about worn out or obsolete technology components or applications. Guidelines are offered for either retaining current computers, peripherals, or software; enhancing current computer systems, components, or software; or replacing current computers,…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Decision Making, Elementary Secondary Education, Input Output Devices
Peer reviewedSteiner, Sylvia; Larson, Vicki Lord – Topics in Language Disorders, 1991
Through case studies, this article examines how technology can be used as part of intervention strategies with language handicapped children. It discusses theoretical considerations; stimuli, responses, and reinforcements; staff roles; individualization; and software. The need for increased accessibility to computers by speech/language clinicians…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedVolin, Robert A. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1991
The article explains the role of feedback and biofeedback in speech therapy; identifies speech parameters that can be modeled by current systems (e.g., pitch, intensity, voice quality, and articulatory accuracy); and describes selected microcomputer-based speech production biofeedback systems that are available. An appendix provides sources. (DB)
Descriptors: Biofeedback, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedWestby, Carol; Atencio, David J. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2002
Opinions vary regarding the impact of computers on children and value of using computers in the education of children. This article discusses the impact of technology on culture, attitudes about technological change, the nature of literacy in a technological society, and frameworks for thinking about teaching and learning with technology.…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Children, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
