Hearing Math: Algebra Supported eText for Students With Visual Impairments.

Supported eText for students with visual impairments in mathematics has a promising, emerging literature base, although little of the existing research focuses on implementation within a classroom setting. This qualitative study sought to understand the use of supported eText to deliver algebra to s...

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Publicado en:Assistive Technology Vol. 26; no. 3; pp. 131 - 140
Autores principales: Bouck, Emily C., Weng, Pei-Lin
Formato: research tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Fall2014
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Sumario:Supported eText for students with visual impairments in mathematics has a promising, emerging literature base, although little of the existing research focuses on implementation within a classroom setting. This qualitative study sought to understand the use of supported eText to deliver algebra to students with visual impairments enrolled in algebra mathematics courses. The study also sought to explore supported eText in contrast to students’ traditional means of accessing an algebra text. The main results suggest supported eText holds potential in terms of delivering mathematics content; however, more research and more reflection on the field is needed regarding this approach as a sole means of presenting text. Implications for teacher professional development and implementation practices are discussed.