Technology as a Support for Literacy Achievements for Children at Risk

Download or read book Technology as a Support for Literacy Achievements for Children at Risk written by Adina Shamir and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-11-29 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presenting cutting-edge studies from various countries into the theoretical and practical issues surrounding the literacy acquisition of at-risk children, this volume focuses specifically on the utility of technology in supporting and advancing literacy among the relevant populations. These include a range of at-risk groups such as those with learning disabilities, low socioeconomic status, and minority ethnicity. Arguing that literacy is a key requirement for integration into any modern society, the book outlines new ways in which educators and researchers can overcome the difficulties faced by children in these at-risk groups. It also reflects the rapid development of technology in this field, which in turn necessitates the accumulation of fresh research evidence.