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ERIC Number: EJ647201
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2002
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-1079-3917
Enhancing Independent Task Performance for Individuals with Mental Retardation through Use of a Handheld Self-Directed Visual and Audio Prompting System.
Davies, Daniel K.; Stock, Steven E.; Wehmeyer, Michael L.
Education and Training in Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, v37 n2 p209-18 Jun 2002
This study developed and evaluated the utility of a Windows CE-based multimedia palmtop computer program for use in supporting young adults with mental retardation to more independently complete community-based vocational skills. Use of the Visual Assistant prototype resulted in improved task accuracy and decreased use of external prompts from a support person on two different vocational tasks. (Contains references.) (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Community Based Instruction (Disabilities), Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Mental Retardation, Student Educational Objectives, Vocational Education, Young Adults
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Researchers
Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Windows (Software)