Using Peg- and Keyword Mnemonics and Computer-Assisted Instruction to Enhance Basic Multiplication Performance in Elementary Students with Learning and Cognitive Disabilities

Journal of Special Education Technology

Volumn 17, Issue 4, 2002, Pages 29-40

  Irish, Cheryl ^a  

^a CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY   (United States)

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EID: 33749653270     PISSN: 01626434     EISSN: 23813121     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1177/016264340201700403     Document Type: Article

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