Learning Disabilities and ICT’s
Posted by lyndall on February 23, 2008
Dan has found a good report on improving the literacy and numeracy skills for students with disabilities. This report lists good strategies for improving literacy and numeracy skills and assistive technologies was one of them. The specific equipment which Kraayenoord, Elkins, Palmer & Rickards believed to faciliate students learning of literacy and numeracy included; auditory amplification, devices using visual representation and augmentative and alternative communication devices. Technology is so useful for improving these skills as programs and equipment can be tailored to suit individuals. Technology in this instance has allowed students with disabilities to gain the same knowledge and skills as students in mainstream classes, increase their self-esteem and has improved their quality of life.
I will be focusing on Special Education and Assistive Technologies for my blog. I hope to continue with my research and become more aware of just what technology is available for students with disabilities.
Reference:
Kraayenoord, C.V., Elkins, J., Palmer, C. Rickards, F.W. (n.d.) Students with disabilities. Retrieved 19th Feb, 2008 from http://www.dest.gov.au/sectors/school_education/programmes_funding/programme
