What is computerized writing?
Computerized writing is the practice of incorporating technology (i.e. computers, ipads) into written expression.
Who can benefit from this strategy?
This strategy is ideal for students who have the specific learning disability dysgraphia. Dysgraphia can make the traditional practice of handwritten expression very difficult. Using specific accommodations such as speech to text apps and other technological methods can help these students not to fall behind. This strategy is also benefit to students with orthopedic impairment such as cerebral palsy. The technology used can be more cost effective for schools who lack the resources to provide pull-out services to students who are struggling. (S. Tanimito, R. Thompson, V.W. Berninger pg. 671)
What are challenges to this strategy?
While this technology may be within the financial reach of some schools, it still might not be affordable for others. Another drawback is that the equipment has to be maintained. Schools might not have the tech support they need if something stops working or gets broken.
How would I teach and promote the generalization of this strategy?
I would encourage schools to explore the different technology available to incorporate technology as much as is appropriate. Teachers should be trained to use the technology introduced and encouraged to include technology in their lesson planning for the purpose of UDL and necessary accommodations for students with learning disabilities.
Computerized writing is the practice of incorporating technology (i.e. computers, ipads) into written expression.
Who can benefit from this strategy?
This strategy is ideal for students who have the specific learning disability dysgraphia. Dysgraphia can make the traditional practice of handwritten expression very difficult. Using specific accommodations such as speech to text apps and other technological methods can help these students not to fall behind. This strategy is also benefit to students with orthopedic impairment such as cerebral palsy. The technology used can be more cost effective for schools who lack the resources to provide pull-out services to students who are struggling. (S. Tanimito, R. Thompson, V.W. Berninger pg. 671)
What are challenges to this strategy?
While this technology may be within the financial reach of some schools, it still might not be affordable for others. Another drawback is that the equipment has to be maintained. Schools might not have the tech support they need if something stops working or gets broken.
How would I teach and promote the generalization of this strategy?
I would encourage schools to explore the different technology available to incorporate technology as much as is appropriate. Teachers should be trained to use the technology introduced and encouraged to include technology in their lesson planning for the purpose of UDL and necessary accommodations for students with learning disabilities.