Computer use is rapidly becoming integrated in
all our lives, young or old. It would be a disservice to our children
if this mode of learning was not combined with traditional education.
Therefore, this portion of the website will be dedicated to educational
or therapeutic software. Computer software can further enhance the
skills of the child who excels or help to remediate the skills of
the child who is struggling. For example, software programs may help
children with learning disabilities keep up in the classroom. These
types of programs allow papers to be scanned and then read to the
child by the computer. The child could also type a report on the computer
with assistance. In this manner he could be learning the same science
information as another child his age even if his reading and/or spelling
are well below his age level. Also, some kids who do not respond to
traditional methods, such as flashcards, respond better to learning
or practicing the same info on the computer. Children who excel may
benefit from a program that teaches another language or enhances vocabulary
or grammar. In addition, if I can find educational games for the popular
gaming systems then they will be placed here as well. Overall, various
types of software and gaming programs will be included in this portion
of the website.
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