Showing posts with label Reading Disabilities. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Reading Disabilities. Show all posts

Thursday, November 7, 2013

E-Readers & Students With Learning Disabilities

Researchers tested 103 students with learning disabilities.  Reading speed and comprehension were tested using traditional paper and on an iPod touch.  The study was later duplicated using an iPad.  Students continually remembered better using the iPod better than paper.  Dyslexics differ in their disability.  Researchers attribute increased speed and comprehension to type and shorter lines.
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E-readers may help peoople with dyslexia.  Jen Christensen - CNN medical producer. 9.18.13 Children's Health - Living Well
http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2013/09/18/e-readers-may-help-people-with-dyslexia/