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Graham, Steve; Harris, Karen R. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1987
Teaching appropriate composition strategies and self-management routines to inefficient learners can improve their writing. The composition-strategy training intervention program requires (1) task and learner analysis; (2) selection, introduction, acquisition, and evaluation of selected preskills, composition strategies, and metacognitive…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Disabilities, Learning Strategies, Metacognition

Shanklin, Nancy L. – Topics in Language Disorders, 1991
This paper describes development of the whole language movement and the writing-process movement. It outlines 10 principles shared by both movements, such as the role of prediction, function before form, and integrated use of cuing systems. Implications for language specialists working with language-disordered students are addressed. (JDD)
Descriptors: Educational Principles, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Handicaps

Sturm, Janet; Koppenhaver, David A. – Topics in Language Disorders, 2000
This article describes a cognitive process model of writing as it pertains to adolescents with developmental disabilities. It then synthesizes what is known about the writing process, writing instruction, and technologies that may support the writing development in adolescents with developmental disabilities. Student writing samples and case…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Case Studies, Cognitive Processes