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50 Years of ERIC
The Education Resources Information Center (ERIC) is celebrating its 50th Birthday! First opened on May 15th, 1964 ERIC continues the long tradition of ongoing innovation and enhancement.

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Agent-Based Technology.
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Wissick, Cheryl – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2002
This review explains how agent-based software technology works, discusses features of agent-based software that make it appropriate for students with disabilities, and describes a few current applications. It highlights the benefits of allowing students to interact with a friendly animated character but still be exposed to realistic images.…
Descriptors: Animation, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education
Evaluating a Text for a Special Education Technology Course.
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Wissick, Cheryl – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2002
This article reviews seven texts intended for use in special education technology courses making use of a matrix developed to compare the texts on visual layout, organization, technology integration, planning, educational technology in context, administrative planning, skills related lessons, and assistive technology features. (DB)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Disabilities, Education Courses, Educational Technology
Book and Software Review.
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Wissick, Cheryl – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2001
This article reviews "Learning with Technology: A Constructivist Perspective" (Jonassen, Peck, and Wilson), which presents ways for students to learn with the latest technology in a constructivist framework. Chapters describe the creation of a constructivist learning environment and the use of technology to help students develop intellectually and…
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Classroom Environment, Computer Uses in Education, Constructivism (Learning)
Book and Software Review.
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Wissick, Cheryl – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2000
This introductory column on books and software concerned with special education technology presents an article by JuHye Yook on the software design process. It discusses the rationale for developing new software for students with reading disabilities, the design and development process, and analysis of the software design. Software use by two…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Behavior Disorders, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software Development
Book and Software Review.
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Wissick, Cheryl – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2000
This article provides two views of the software package "First Step KidTools". This computer program was designed to help elementary students use self-management skills and develop strategies for controlling their behavior. Goals and objectives of this program are outlined and information on how to obtain the program is provided. (CR)
Descriptors: Behavior Change, Behavior Modification, Computer Software, Disabilities
A Study of Graduates of a Technology Teacher Preparation Program.
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Langone, Christine; Wissick, Cheryl; Langone, John; Ross, Gary – Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 1998
Describes the relationship between a graduate-level program to train special-education teachers in technology skills and the attempts of six graduates to use these skills in their work. Presents descriptive data from interviews, observations, document analysis, and survey methods and discusses implications for teacher education. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Graduate Study, Higher Education, Interviews