Instructional Technology and Special Education

1983 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keri Wilton
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Physical Science ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Gifted Children ◽  
Science Concept ◽  
Behavioural Science ◽  
Engineering Technology ◽  
Television Teaching ◽  
Learning And Instruction

The term instructional technology’ refers to two relatively distinct classes of phenomena which have been described by Saettler (1968) as “the physical science concept” — the application of physical science and engineering technology (movie projectors, television, teaching machines, computers, etc.) to the presentation of instructional materials, and “the behavioural science concept” — the application of behavioural science (especially psychology and sociology) to problems of learning and instruction. While both of these classes of phenomena clearly have considerable potential for improving the content and conduct of education — including special education, it is the writer’s belief that the extent to which “the physical science concept” can be effectively utilised in education/special education will be limited — indeed constrained by the current spate of knowledge which has been derived from “the behavioural science concept”. The present paper reflects this belief and is thus primarily concerned with “the behavioural science concept” — in particular with the application of psychology and sociology to problems of learning and instruction in special education.An initial clarification of the term “special education” also seems necessary. Following Kirk and Gallagher (1979), the term “special education” in the present paper will refer to those aspects of education required for handicapped or gifted children which are “unique and/or in addition to the instructional programme for all children [p. 13]” ‘Handicapped or gifted children’ being those who “deviate from the average or normal child (1) in mental characteristics, (2) in sensory abilities, (3) in neuro-motor or physical characteristics, (4) in social behaviour, (5) in communication abilities, or (6) in multiple handicap … to such an extent that modifications of school practices, or special educational services are required for the children to develop to maximum capacity” (Kirk & Gallagher, 1979 [p. 3].)

scholarly journals Guidance and Counseling Service for Gifted Children

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elfi Churnia ◽  
Ifdil Ifdil ◽  
lira erwinda
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
High Achievers ◽  
Educational Services ◽  
Gifted Children ◽  
Counseling Services ◽  
Guidance And Counseling ◽  
Counseling Service ◽  
Children's Education ◽  
Service Programs

Gifted children in life need service programs to develop their own talents. Gifted children are those who are identified by professionals possessing extraordinary abilities and high achievers. Educational services for gifted children in Indonesia are only limited to discourse or only implemented in some schools only. Until finally the potential of gifted children do not develop, or the development of gifted children is not optimal. Gifted children need to attend special education. Gifted children's education should be distinguished from other children. Because gifted children need different learning processes. On the basis of that, gifted children need to be given guidance and counseling services , with the aim that gifted children can increase their potential and develop their talents.

Educational Leadership and Integrated Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

2016 ◽  
pp. 101-114
Author(s):  
Yefim Kats
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
Educational Leadership ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Systematic Research ◽  
Instructional Use ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

This chapter addresses the integrated approach to the support of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). In this context we, first, discuss the legislative background, providing legal basis for autism support in an educational environment. We further briefly outline psychological and neurological aspects of ASD diagnostics. We consider how legislative and psychological issues impact special education methods and instructional technology support for ASD. The technology tools addressed include mobile devices and applications, virtual reality, and robotics. The chapter concludes with a report on the development of college-level course in instructional technology for technology facilitators and special education teachers working with ASD students. Considering that systematic research in the instructional use of affordable robotics is still lacking, the case study focuses primarily on the instructional use of popular LEGO robots. The holistic approach to ASD support, combining educational leadership, counseling, special education methods and technological factors, is emphasized throughout the chapter.

Promoting Instructional Technology for Effective and Efficient Academic Performance in Nigerian Schools

2018 ◽  
pp. 1110-1125
Author(s):  
Ogunlade B. Olusola
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Problem Solver ◽  
Instructional Technologies ◽  
Instructional Tools ◽  
Enhance Efficiency ◽  
Effective Organization ◽  
Definition Of

The concept of Instructional Technology (IT) has become recognized as a crucial element in the educational field. Instructional technologies are now supporting curricula that promote effectiveness and efficiency in academic performance of all levels of education in Nigerian schools. The objectives of bringing all the instructional tools together are to engage students and have the best potential that enhances learning outcomes. The concern of this chapter, therefore, is to address the agreeable definition of instructional technology, IT as educational problem solver focused on emerging technologies for teaching and learning. Areas of consideration are instructional technologies and its challenges, effective organization of instructional materials in schools, usefulness of local instructional packages, and obstacles in using instructional technology in Nigerian schools. The chapter concludes and recommends that schools should create enabling environments for the use of Instructional Technology (IT), which would enhance efficiency in teaching and learning.

Integrated Support of Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders and Learning Disabilities

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Yefim Kats
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Technology Support ◽  
Educational Environments ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

This chapter outlines the integrated approach to support children and young adults diagnosed with learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In this context, the authors, first, discuss the legislative background providing legal basis for the disability support in educational environments. They, further, address psychological and neurological aspects of learning disabilities and ASD diagnostics and consider how legislative and neurological issues influence special education methods, counseling, and instructional technology support. The educational tools addressed include mobile devices and applications, virtual reality, and robotics. The chapter concludes with a report on the development of college-level course in instructional technology, intended for technology facilitators and teachers working with the ASD students. The case study focuses primarily on the use of the affordable and popular LEGO robots. The holistic approach to support of those with disabilities, outlined in the chapter, combines educational leadership issues, psychological and job counseling, special education methods, and instructional technology.

Integrated Support of Students With Autism Spectrum Disorders and Learning Disabilities

2022 ◽  
pp. 539-552
Author(s):  
Yefim Kats
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Technology Support ◽  
Educational Environments ◽  
Spectrum Disorders

This chapter outlines the integrated approach to support children and young adults diagnosed with learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In this context, the authors, first, discuss the legislative background providing legal basis for the disability support in educational environments. They, further, address psychological and neurological aspects of learning disabilities and ASD diagnostics and consider how legislative and neurological issues influence special education methods, counseling, and instructional technology support. The educational tools addressed include mobile devices and applications, virtual reality, and robotics. The chapter concludes with a report on the development of college-level course in instructional technology, intended for technology facilitators and teachers working with the ASD students. The case study focuses primarily on the use of the affordable and popular LEGO robots. The holistic approach to support of those with disabilities, outlined in the chapter, combines educational leadership issues, psychological and job counseling, special education methods, and instructional technology.

Integration of Instructional Technology Into Special Education

1992 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 7-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Michael Livesay ◽  
Paul E. Murray
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Instructional Technology

Teaching Geometry to Students With Learning Disabilities: Introduction to the Special Series

2020 ◽  
pp. 073194872095976
Author(s):  
Dake Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Learning Disabilities ◽  
Math Education ◽  
Learning Difficulties ◽  
Students With Learning Disabilities ◽  
Critical Questions ◽  
Special Series ◽  
Teaching Geometry ◽  
Geometry Learning ◽  
Learning And Instruction

This article introduces and contextualizes the four articles that constitute the thematic special series on geometry instruction for students with learning disabilities or difficulties. The four articles, each emphasizing one important aspect of geometry learning and instruction for students with learning difficulties or disabilities, are aimed to answer critical questions raised by special education/math education researchers and practitioners on how to teach geometry to students with learning disabilities or difficulties.

An Investigation of Teacher Expectancies of Instructional Materials

1971 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 233-236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Boris E. Bogatz
Keyword(s):  
Academic Achievement ◽  
Special Education ◽  
Instructional Material ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Negative Direction

This study investigated the possibility that a teacher's preconceived notion of the worth of an instructional material would affect the academic achievement of the children with whom the material was used. Participating teachers were provided with materials accompanied by fictitious evaluative summaries deliberately prepared to bias their opinion in either a positive or negative direction. Analyses of students' pretest and posttest mean scores suggest that the impression a teacher holds of an instructional material may significantly influence subsequent academic achievement. Results also indicate that a teacher's impression of the material may be significantly influenced by the evaluative activities of Special Education Instructional Materials Centers.

The Need for Inservice Training in Instructional Technology for Special Education Personnel in Small Rural School Districts

1982 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul A. Wirth ◽  
Stephen W. Stile ◽  
Jack T. Cole
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Instructional Technology ◽  
School Districts ◽  
Staff Development ◽  
Rural School ◽  
Special Education Teacher ◽  
Rural School Districts ◽  
Special Education Administrator ◽  
Interview Guide ◽  
Small Rural School

One special education teacher and one special education administrator from each of 17 small rural school districts (N=34) were interviewed via a 65–item interview guide relative to staff development needs. A lack of staff development activities was identified as a critical problem for special educators in such districts in New Mexico. Training in the area of instructional technology was the most frequently mentioned inservice need. A majority of respondents indicated that instructional technology would be useful in the provision of special services. The vast majority of respondents felt competence in instructional technology would improve the special educator's effectiveness in the classroom, while the response to the question of whether competence in this area would improve the special education administrator's effectiveness was mixed.

Editorial comment: As we read

1970 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 193-195
Author(s):  
James E. Inskeep
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
Editorial Comment ◽  
Gifted Children

The child with special learnjng problems is not new to the schools. From Socrates to Sputnik, these children's needs have demanded talent from teachers and have tested the pedagogy of experts. Today with many sophisticated technical achievements, we still face the child who does not learn quickly. Or, we locate the child who is creative and then provide little outlet for his energies. Even gifted children with special talents are largely left to their own devices. This issue of the arithmetic teacher is devoted to these problems of special education in mathematics.

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