Word Processing for Learning Disabled Students

Abstract

This article considers instructional strategies for teaching learning disabled students to use word processing for writing. Facility with a microcomputer word processing program is a valuable functional asset for learning disabled students, helping students who have difficulty with handwriting and enhancing the writing process for students who have poor written communication skills. The features of three word processing programs that are useful for learning disabled students are compared. The programs, FrEdWriter, Bank Street Writer III, and Talking Text Writer, have unique properties that allow a variety of curriculum applications. Instructional strategies using word processing features are suggested.