This book describes the practice of using learner-centered software in special education. Following an introductory chapter, Chapter 2 provides a discussion of software that goes beyond drill and practice and at the same time fits easily into the existing subject areas of reading/language arts and mathematics. Chapters 3 and 4 discuss using word processing software to teach writing and using software to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Numerous illustrations of effective ways that teachers have used the software are included. In Chapter 5, the topic of using software to help students learn how to be better learners is addressed. Chapters 6 and 7 deal with the interaction between student, learning environment, and software--all of which is facilitated by the teacher. Chapter 6 focuses on the multiple roles of the teacher as introducer, technical advisor, arranger, visitor, silent partner, booster, mentor, and learner. The final section of Chapter 7 lists alphabetically all software identified in the book, with publisher, address, and computer type. (JDD)