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Language and Literacy Development of Children with Williams Syndrome
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Mervis, Carolyn B. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2009
Williams syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder caused by deletion of approximately 25 genes on chromosome 7q11.23. Children with the syndrome evidence large individual differences in both broad language and reading abilities. Nevertheless, as a group, children with this syndrome show a consistent pattern characterized by relative…
Descriptors: Reading Comprehension, Phonics, Short Term Memory, Reading Ability
"He's Not Really a Reader...": Perspectives on Supporting Literacy Development in Individuals with Autism.
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Mirenda, Pat – Topics in Language Disorders, 2003
This article provides suggestions for strategies that can be used to promote literacy learning across five stages of word reading development. Examples of the experiences of people with autism who have become successful readers are included to illustrate the importance of promoting literacy development for all learners. (Contains references.)…
Descriptors: Autism, Developmental Stages, Elementary Secondary Education, Literacy
Principles and Challenges for Forming Successful Literacy Partnerships
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Paul, Diane R.; Blosser, Jean; Jakubowitz, Melissa D. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2006
With the enactment of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act 2004, our nation has an explicit mandate to put reading first. Recognizing the fundamental connection between language and literacy, teachers and speech-language pathologists have become more…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Educational Philosophy, Disabilities, Speech Language Pathology
Developing Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Literacy Interventions in a Supported Employment Setting.
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Foley, Beth E.; Staples, Amy H. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2003
This article describes an integrated augmentative and alternative communication and literacy intervention program developed for five adults with autism in a supported employment facility. Three detailed case studies describe approaches used with project participants who had emerging, beginning, and more advanced levels of communication and…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adults, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, Autism
Literacy and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): The Expectations and Priorities of Parents and Teachers.
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Light, Janice; McNaughton, David – Topics in Language Disorders, 1993
This review examines the research on literacy expectations and priorities for students using augmentative and alternative communication systems as well as for students without disabilities. It discusses implications of research findings for education and clinical practice, such as integrating literacy instruction with other activities, fostering…
Descriptors: Communication Disorders, Educational Methods, Educational Principles, Elementary Secondary Education
Magic Buries Celtics: Looking for Broader Interpretations of Language Learning and Literacy.
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Wallach, Geraldine – Topics in Language Disorders, 1990
This article discusses how the processing, form, and content requirements of written language pose challenges to professionals trying to design and implement regular or remedial educational programs. Differences between oral and written language; influences of culture, value systems, and world knowledge; and structure and content interactions are…
Descriptors: Cultural Influences, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Interaction