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Blind Students and Distance Education: Some Experiences with Microcomputers and Synthetic Speech.
Vincent, T. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1986
Describes experiences of United Kingdom's Open University blind students involved in "Computing and the Blind" project. Microcomputer applications described include braille-to-text transcription, word processing, and computer programming. Each application's use of software designed for commercially available microcomputer systems with…
Descriptors: Artificial Speech, Blindness, Braille, Communication Problems
Comparison of Two Microcomputer-Assisteds Method of Teaching Word Decoding and Encoding to Non-Vocal, Non-Writing and Learning Disabled Students.
Berninger, Virginia Wise – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1986
Describes two microcomputer-assisted adaptations of traditional methods of teaching word recognition (alphabet-spelling method) and phonics (sound-symbol method) which are designed for use with students who have severe physical and communication handicaps, language disabilities, or fine motor problems. A clinical protocol is outlined for…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software