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Mantz, Genelle K. – J Sch Health, 1969
Descriptors: Conditioning, Kindergarten Children, Operant Conditioning, Responses
Longo, Julie; And Others – Education of the Visually Handicapped, 1982
Technology has been used to measure visual acuity with the severely or profoundly mentally retarded child. The following categories of technology have been used for assessment: the recording of visual fixation within the habituation paradigm; equipment to measure eye movements and pursuits; operant techniques; and electrodiagnostic techniques…
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Eye Movements, Measurement Equipment, Operant Conditioning
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Schanel-Klitsch, E. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1992
The visual acuity of 8 children, aged 2-7, with low vision and multiple handicaps was effectively tested using the Teller Acuity Cards and a preferential-looking procedure with operant modification. This inexpensive procedure was found to be suitable for at-home testing by itinerant vision specialists in developing countries or rural areas. (DB)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Multiple Disabilities, Operant Conditioning, Outreach Programs