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Peer reviewedEly, R. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1989
The article examines: the process used by visually impaired individuals in composing, the difficulties in using braille, and the importance of text access for editing. The adequacy and effectiveness of computer tools is discussed, focusing on selection of alternative display formats, word processing software, and other software. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Software, Editing, Elementary Secondary Education
Download full textCollins, Terence; Price, Lynda – 1986
Since word-processing applications of microcomputers show a great deal of promise in helping learning disabled adults overcome writing problems, care should be given in selecting the software that they use. In considering what shared needs must be addressed when selecting word-processing software, it is necessary to isolate some of these needs,…
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Courseware
ECO Northwest, Ltd., Helena, MT. – 1984
As part of a study to test the feasibility of expanding computer use within the Montana business community, computer systems were field tested in four Montana small businesses. The four businesses were a newspaper, an advertising agency, a sheep and cattle ranch, and a private investment company. The companies employed from 3 to 20 persons. Three…
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Storage Devices
Jackson, Lorraine Morlock; And Others – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1985
This study explored the effectiveness of "high" user-friendly instructional text editors versus "low" user-friendly editors in teaching word processing to adult females. Whether subjects having higher positive attitudinal scores toward technology would perform better with computerized instructional materials as facilitators for…
Descriptors: Adults, Analysis of Variance, Attitudes, Computer Assisted Instruction
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1984
Describes the currently advocated "process approach to writing," its advantages over traditional instruction, and the potential of the computer to simplify the process. Three word processing software programs designed to teach writing to elementary school children and a package of programs to teach writing to adults are reviewed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Innovation
North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Project, Durham. – 1985
A survey of office workers employed by North Carolina telephone companies was conducted to determine the extent and types of health problems experienced by office workers who use video display terminals (VDTs). Data were gathered by questionnaires mailed to 2,478 office workers, with 966 responses. Questions concerning a wide range of health…
Descriptors: Adults, Data Processing Occupations, Health Conditions, Human Factors Engineering
