ERIC Number: EJ754211
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 11
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Computer-Based Instruction for Purchasing Skills
Ayres, Kevin M.; Langone, John; Boon, Richard T.; Norman, Audrey
Education and Training in Developmental Disabilities, v41 n3 p253-263 Fall 2006
The purpose of this study was to investigate use of computers and video technologies to teach students to correctly make purchases in a community grocery store using the dollar plus purchasing strategy. Four middle school students diagnosed with intellectual disabilities participated in this study. A multiple probe across participants research design was used to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment. Results indicated the program was effective at teaching the dollar plus purchasing strategy to three out of four participants and promoted generalization to the natural environment. Finally, limitations of the study, implications for practice, and future research questions are discussed. (Contains 1 table and 3 figures.)
Descriptors: Research Design, Purchasing, Mental Retardation, Technology Uses in Education, Computer Uses in Education, Middle School Students, Daily Living Skills, Community Based Instruction (Disabilities)
Division on Developmental Disabilities, Council for Exceptional Children. DDD, PO Box 3512, Fayetteville, AR 72702. Tel: 479-575-3326; Fax: 479-575-6676; Web site: http://www.dddcec.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Middle Schools
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Language: English
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IES Cited: ED544172
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