Learning to Read in the Computer Age (Reading to Practice) [Paperback]

Anne Meyer (Author), David H. Rose (Author)

Book Description

Series: Reading to Practice | Publication Date: May 1999

The computer and the Internet loom larger each year in the school lives of many children. This book acquaints the parent and teacher with the applicable computer function for a reading task and sample cutting edge software.

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About the Author

As a founder and co-executive director of CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology), Anne Meyer, Ed.D., has played a key role in the design of CAST's multimedia technology. Dr. Meyer draws upon her long-term interest in psychological aspects of learning and learning disability to explore ways to use computers to build competence and self-esteem. She brings interdisciplinary training in education, clinical psychology, and graphic design to her work at CAST. Currently Dr. Meyer is focusing on refining and disseminating CAST's ideas about universal design for learning through writing and Web site development.

After earning her undergraduate degree from Radcliffe College, Dr. Meyer received her master's degree and doctorate from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She is also a licensed clinical psychologist.

In 1984, David H. Rose, Ed.D., helped to found CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology) in order to expand opportunities for students with disabilities through the innovative development and application of technology. Dr. Rose specializes in developmental neuropsychology and in the universal design of learning technologies. In addition to his role as co-executive director of CAST, Dr. Rose lectures at Harvard Graduate School of Education where he applies CAST's work in neural networks and learning to both the design and the content of his course.

Dr. Rose completed his undergraduate work at Harvard University. He received his master's degree from Reed College and his doctorate from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

To further CAST's mission, Dr. Rose presents at national conferences on universal design, learning, and technology, and serves as a member of several public policy initiatives to promote the adoption and dissemination of CAST's principles of universal design.

Product Details

• Paperback: 104 pages
• Publisher: Brookline Books/Lumen Editions; 1st edition (May 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571290702
• ISBN-13: 978-1571290700
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #580,289 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)