A case study is described that examines the experience of a seventh-grader with learning disabilities in written expression and his use of word prediction and speech feedback software during journal writing. Results indicate instruction and instructional feedback play a critical role in student success, regardless of the availability of technology.
Year:
2002
Source:
TEACHING Exceptional Children, Vol. 34, 72-78.
Type:
Related Research
Content Area:
writing
Grade Level:
middle school
IDEA Disability Category:
specific learning disability
Instructional Support:
multiple formats of text and notation