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An Experiential Learning Approach to Learning Manual Communication through a Virtual Reality Environment
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Rho, Edison; Chan, Kenney; Varoy, Elliot John; Giacaman, Nasser – IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, 2020
There is a pressing need for effective pedagogical methods of manual languages, as evident in the decline of manual languages, such as New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL). Despite being recognized as one of New Zealand's official languages, recent censuses have shown that fluent NZSL signers have been steadily decreasing. There is a cultural…
Descriptors: Experiential Learning, Computer Simulation, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education
Ways to Communicate with Children Who Are Profoundly Mentally Retarded and Cannot Speak.
Adam, Heidemarie – 1985
Experiences working with nonverbal severely and profoundly retarded and multiply handicapped children are discussed in this paper. Alternative communication systems are reviewed, including use of manual signs, pictures and symbols, photographs, realistic drawings, pictograms, and Bliss Symbols. A model for teaching basic understanding of…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Manual Communication, Multiple Disabilities, Nonverbal Communication
Recognizing and Enhancing the Communication Skills of Your Group Home Clients.
Vicker, Beverly A. – 1985
The manual examines ways in which nonprofessional group home health care workers can enhance the communication and interaction skills of developmentally disabled clients. The communication process is explored in terms of information exchange, both verbal and nonverbal. Examples of vocal, nonvocal, and echolalic speech are offered and suggestions…
Descriptors: Adults, Communication Skills, Developmental Disabilities, Group Homes