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ERIC Number: EJ1185239
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014-May
Pages: 18
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: EISSN-0740-2708
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Assessing the Effectiveness of Text-to-Speech Software in Incarcerated Adult Literacy Education
McCulley, Yvette; Gillespie, Catherine; Murr, Anne H.
Journal of Correctional Education, v65 n2 p2-19 May 2014
The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of text-to-speech computer software in prison educational centers. Incarcerated adult learners with low literacy skills in two midwestern incarceration facilities used adaptive technology for a 5-month period. A statistically significant difference was found between pretest and posttest literacy scores when using a text-to-speech treatment. After the posttests, open-ended questions were asked to help clarify and add depth of understanding to the numerical results. The majority of the students and teachers experienced satisfaction with the technology experience.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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