Abstract
This article provides a general overview of the nature and capabilities of interactive videodisc systems (microcomputer/videodisc), with particular emphasis on their application to learners with special needs. To illustrate current trends in this technology as explored by the project, Interactive Videodiscs in Special Education Technology (IVSET), at Utah State University, the Beginning Sight Reading (BSR) programs are discussed in detail. These programs were designed to investigate three dimensions of instructional technology: (a) its instructional potential; (b) effects of minimal versus extensive remediation; and (c) rate of instruction. To assess the effects of different remedial approaches, two versions of the BSR program were designed: BSR-1 represents extensive remediation; BSR-2 represents minimal remediation.
The results of initial BSR field-testing show that the test scores of students in the two remediation groups doubled from pre- to posttest. In addition, the high-remediation group finished 10% faster than the low-remediation subjects. Conclusions and suggestions for future research are presented.
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