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Increasing Access to Learning for the Adult Basic Education Learner with Learning Disabilities: Evidence-Based Accommodation Research
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Gregg, Noel – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2012
Accommodating adult basic education (ABE) learners with learning disabilities (LD) is common practice across many instructional, testing, and work settings. However, the results from this literature search indicate that very few empirically based studies are available to support or reject the effectiveness of a great deal of accommodation…
Descriptors: Evidence, Learning Disabilities, Adult Basic Education, Academic Accommodations (Disabilities)
The Neurobiological Basis of Reading.
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Joseph, Jane; Noble, Kimberly; Eden, Guinevere – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 2001
This paper reviews studies using positron emission tomography and functional magnetic resonance imaging in adults to study the reading process and notes that general networks of regions seem to be uniquely associated with different components of the reading process. Findings are evaluated in light of technical and experimental limitations and…
Descriptors: Adults, Children, Neurology, Pediatrics
Acquired Cerebral Trauma: Epilogue.
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Bigler, Erin D., Ed. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1988
The article summarizes a series of articles concerning acquired cerebral trauma. Reviewed are technological advances, treatment, assessment, potential innovative therapies, long-term outcome, family impact of chronic brain injury, and prevention. (DB)
Descriptors: Adults, Children, Evaluation Methods, Family Problems
Technology in the Assessment of Learning Disability.
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Bigler, Erin D.; Lajiness-O'Neill, Renee; Howes, Nancy-Louise – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Reviews recent neuroradiologic and brain imaging techniques in the assessment of learning disability. Technologies reviewed include computerized tomography; magnetic resonance imaging; electrophysiological and metabolic imaging; computerized electroencepholographic studies of evoked potentials, event-related potentials, spectral analysis, and…
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Evaluation Methods, Learning Disabilities, Medical Evaluation
Assistive Technology for Postsecondary Students with Learning Disabilities: An Overview.
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Raskind, Marshall H.; Higgins, Eleanor L. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Reviews assistive technology as it relates to postsecondary students with learning disabilities by (1) tracing its development, (2) identifying models of assistive technology service delivery and specific services, (3) describing specific assistive technologies, and (4) reviewing research on the effectiveness of assistive technology with…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), College Students, Delivery Systems, Higher Education
Using Assistive Technology Adaptations To Include Students with Learning Disabilities in Cooperative Learning Activities.
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Bryant, Diane Pedrotty; Bryant, Brian R. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Discusses a process for integrating technology adaptations for students with learning disabilities into cooperative-learning activities in terms of three components: (1) selecting adaptations; (2) monitoring use of adaptations during cooperative-learning activities; and (3) evaluating the adaptations' effectiveness. Barriers to and support systems…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Class Activities, Cooperative Learning
Infusing a Teacher Preparation Program in Learning Disabilities with Assistive Technology.
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Bryant, Diane Pedrotty; Erin, Jane; Lock, Robin; Resta, Paul E.; Allan, James M. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Offers curriculum design steps and describes barriers to and solutions for infusing learning disability teacher preparation programs with assistive technology (AT), because AT devices and services have major implications for individuals with learning disabilities regarding life span issues, environmental and curricular accessibility, and…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Curriculum Design, Elementary Secondary Education
The Technology-Related Assistance to Individuals with Disabilities Act: Relevance to Individuals with Learning Disabilities and Their Advocates.
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Bryant, Brian R.; Seay, Penny Crews – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Discusses implications of the Technology-Related Assistance to Individuals with Disabilities Act (1988, 1994) for people with learning disabilities. It discusses the rationale for the act; its provisions and goals; and systems change and advocacy activities of state projects concerning policy analysis, funding, interagency collaboration, consumer…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Advocacy, Agency Cooperation, Assistive Devices (for Disabled)
Assistive Technology and Learning Disabilities: Today's Realities and Tomorrow's Promises.
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Lewis, Rena B. – Journal of Learning Disabilities, 1998
Surveys the current status of assistive technology for individuals with learning disabilities and considers future promises and potential problems. A model is presented for conceptualizing assistive technology in terms of the types of barriers it helps to surmount. Efficacy research is reviewed for word processing, computer-based instruction,…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Instruction, Daily Living Skills