Subject: [Wash-at] Article: Scientifically-Based Research Validating Kurzweil 3000
From: Ginette (gperkins@wa.easterseals.com)
Date: Thu Aug 25 2005 - 11:08:23 PDT
Scientifically-Based
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Research Validating Kurzweil 3000
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... While much of the research focuses on the mechanics of reading, the
picture that has emerged makes a strong case for the use of assistive
technology tools such ...
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Title:
Scientifically-Based Research Validating Kurzweil 3000
Abstract:
No Child Left Behind (NCLB), signed into law in January 2002, is considered
one of the most significant federal education policy initiatives in a
generation. Its purpose is to ensure that every student becomes proficient
in reading and mathematics by 2013-2014. An important aspect of this
legislation is to encourage schools to adopt programs, strategies and
materials that have been researched using rigorous scientific methodology
and have proven to be effective.
Fortunately, the fruits of over 30 years of research on reading, most of it
sponsored by the federal government, are now available. While much of the
research focuses on the mechanics of reading, the picture that has emerged
makes a strong case for the use of assistive technology tools such as
Kurzweil 3000, or other accommodations, to provide access to content while
students are receiving explicit instruction in decoding, spelling, and
writing. In fact, without this type of accommodation, it becomes almost
impossible for struggling readers to catch up academically.
This report provides research validation for the use of assistive technology
like Kurzweil 3000 as an important accommodation for struggling students.
The main research findings are summarized within the whitepaper, followed by
a detailed review of the research presented in two parts.
" Part I cites research studies that support the use of tools such as
Kurzweil 3000 in the classroom.
" Part II cites research studies that show how specific features of Kurzweil
3000 support important aspects of the reading and learning process.
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