Journal of Special Education Technology
2012 Volume 27, Number 2
Table of Contents
Number of articles: 5
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Human Functioning, Supports, Assistive Technology, and Evidence-Based Practices in the Field of Intellectual Disability
Ruth Luckasson & Robert L. Schalock
This article discusses the use of assistive technology (AT) in the context of three current international trends in the field of intellectual disability (ID) that are significantly impacting the... More
pp. 3-10
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Support Needs of Adults with Intellectual Disability across Domains: The Role of Technology
Michael L. Wehmeyer, Marc J. Tasse, Daniel K. Davies & Stephen Stock
People with and without disabilities value the goals of greater control and self-determination, participation in their school or community, and enhanced social inclusion. Technology is an important... More
pp. 11-21
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Integrating Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Peer Support for Students with Disabilities: A Social-Ecological Perspective
Cathy Cavanaugh, Abu Dhabi Women’s College; Nicola Wayer Jeanne Repetto, University of Florida; Ann R. Beck Karen Dudek, Illinois State University; Cathy Cavanaugh, Abu Dhabi Women’s College; Nicola Wayer Jeanne Repetto, University of Florida; Ann R. Beck Karen Dudek, Illinois State University; Cathy Cavanaugh, Abu Dhabi Women’s College; Nicola Wayer Jeanne Repetto, University of Florida; Ann R. Beck Karen Dudek, Illinois State University; Kimberly Wolowiec Fisher & Karrie A. Shogren
The purpose of this review was to examine the degree to which augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention research included students with disabilities and their peers as part of... More
pp. 23-39
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Individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities Use of Assistive Technology Devices in Support Provision
Brian R. Bryant, Soonwha Seok, Minwook Ok & Diane Pedrotty Bryant
During a four-year period, from 1988-1992, two significant events occurred that greatly influenced assistive technology (AT) and intellectual disability: the passage by Congress of the Technology... More
pp. 41-57
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Is There an App for that?
Karen H. Douglas, Brian W. Wojcik & James R. Thompson
Everyday technologies (e.g., iPods, iPads, and Smart Phones) other applications (apps) that can serve as supports to students with intellectual and related developmental disabilities. The extent to... More
pp. 59-70