Discussion of developments in microcomputer peripherals for special needs users focuses on speech synthesis for vocally impaired and mentally retarded users and speech recognition and modified keyboard technologies for physically disabled users. Specific hardware and software product names and manufacturers are included in a table together with…

Discusses the philosophy behind LOGO and presents several examples of how it has been adapted for use with physically and mentally handicapped and learning disabled children to promote academic and social development through computer programing. (MBR)

The book focuses on the use of microcomputer technology in special education. It is intended for users with no programming knowledge. An introductory section provides suggestions for finding software and considers the microcomputer's role in communications and environmental control. The second chapter addresses key elements of microcomputer…

There are several efforts today in the United States to explore and develop new educational applications for both the main frame computers and the microcomputers, especially in the development of instruction for the culturally disadvantaged and the handicapped. Recent developments for the visually impaired include using high speed…