Quicksmart: Improving literacy for students with learning difficulties

Author(s)
Graham, Lorraine
Bellert, Anne Maree
Thomas, Jennifer
Publication Date
2005
Abstract
Students with learning difficulties generally exhibit consistent weaknesses in basic literacy skills that are challenging to address within the context of the regular classroom. This paper outlines an innovative theory-based research initiative, QuickSmart, which incorporates the Computer-Assisted Assessment System (CAAS), and is focused on improving fluency and comprehension for students with learning difficulties. QuickSmart is designed specifically to meet the needs of middle school students with learning difficulties, that is, students whose poor facility with texts may prevent them from accessing the curriculum and meaningfully participating in many learning experiences.
Citation
Multiliteracies and English Teaching K-12 in the Age of Information and Communication Technologies 2004, p. 1-13
ISBN
1863899383
Link
Language
en
Publisher
University of New England
Title
Quicksmart: Improving literacy for students with learning difficulties
Type of document
Conference Publication
Entity Type
Publication

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