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Educational software traditionally has been single-computer oriented. The programs may allow more than one user but the program requires them to share one computer. The adaptation of Multi- User Domains (MUDs), software that implements a virtual world accessible over a computer network to many remote users, for educational purposes has given some educators more flexibility in developing educatio ...

Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University have developed decision support software, called WorkWORLD, for analyzing the financial effects of current and alternative "work incentive" policies on individuals who receive various disability and welfare benefits. Decision Technology Network (DTN), Inc. proposes: (1) to further develop WorkWORLK as an individual counseling and decision-making too ...

As technological advancements move along at high rates of speed, students who are at-risk due to geographic location and/or economic disadvantage are falling further and further behind students who do not face similar barriers. While these students should be benefiting from the tremendous technological advancements in information exchange, simulation, virtual reality, and the multimedia explosion ...

Dual, Incorporated proposes to investigate the development of an exciting, innovative educational system, called the Virtual Experiential Training System (VETS). VETS will use emerging mult- sensory interaction, 3D rendering, and other simulation technologies to enable an individual to become personally involved in a participatory learning experience. The system's pilot learning experience is th ...

This project will accomplish the following objectives: 1. Test the use of the Internet for open, real-time parent-teacher communication; 2. Produce a prototype Internet-deliverable parenting skills program; 3. Produce a prototype computer skill program for parents and teachers; 4. Test the possibility for teacher production of supplemental educational software programs delivered by Internet to stu ...

This videotape/print package will show parents successful models of transition planning for Middle and High School students with various disabilities. Since the passage of IDEA (Public Law 101- 476) students age 16 years and older must have a statement of the transition services that they need in order to prepare for life post-school. However, many parents are unaware of what services may be inc ...

THERE ARE TWO GENERAL TYPES OF SPEECH RECOGNIZERS AVAILABLE FOR USE WITH CHILDREN; SPEAKER-INDEPENDENT SYSTEMS WITH A LIMITED VOCABULARY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH COMPUTER GAMES, AND SPEAKER-DEPENDENT DEVICES WITH LARGER VOCABULARIES THAT MUST BE "TRAINED" BY USERS. NEITHER IS ADEQUATE FOR EDUCATIONAL USE BECAUSE THEY DON'T PAY ADEQUATE HEED TO CHILDREN'S SPECIAL SPEECH CHARACTERISTICS. THE OBJECTIVE ...

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