Creating an Assistive Technology Outcomes Measurement System: Validating the Components

Autor/inn/en	Edyburn, Dave L.; Smith, Roger O.
Titel	Creating an Assistive Technology Outcomes Measurement System: Validating the Components
Quelle	In: Assistive Technology Outcomes and Benefits, 1 (2004) 1, S.8-15 (8 Seiten) PDF als Volltext kostenfreie Datei Verfügbarkeit
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1938-727X
Schlagwörter	Disabilities; Educational Technology; Assistive Technology; Research and Development; Measurement Objectives; Measurement Techniques; Program Effectiveness; Program Evaluation; Program Validation; Outcome Measures; Test Construction; Test Content; Program Descriptions; Program Development + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Handicap; Behinderung; Unterrichtsmedien; Forschung und Entwicklung; Messtechnik; Programme evaluation; Programmevaluation; Testaufbau; Testaufgabe; Programmplanung
Abstract	The topic of assistive technology (AT) outcomes has only recently received attention in the professional literature. As a result, there is a considerable void in the profession's ability to address contemporary questions about the value and use of AT. The purpose of this article is to highlight the theory, development, and research efforts of the ATOMS Project as it seeks to create a prototype of an AT outcome measurement system. Specific attention is devoted to research efforts to socially validate selected components of a proposed outcome system. The results reveal significant support for a system that utilizes a theoretical framework; involves paper or electronic format data collection instruments that do not require extensive training and expertise; assimilates data from multiple sources; and provides visual representation of the data to facilitate interpretation and decision-making. The benefits and outcomes of this research and development agenda are described. (Contains 1 table.) (As Provided).
Anmerkungen	Assistive Technology Industry Association and SEAT Center. Available from: SEAT Center, Special Education, Illinois State University, Campus Box 5910, Normal, IL 61790. Tel: 309-438-7811; Fax: 309-830-0999; e-mail: atob@atia.org; Web site: http://www.atia.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=3305
Erfasst von	ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC
Update	2017/4/10