Computer-mediated, self-directed computer training and skill assessment for individuals with mental retardation

Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities

Volumn 16, Issue 1, 2004, Pages 95-105

  Davies, Daniel K ^a   Stock, Steven E ^a   Wehmeyer, Michael L ^b  

^a Ablelink Technologies   (United States)

^b UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS   (United States)

Author keywords

Computer training; Mental retardation; Self direction; Technology

Indexed keywords

EID: 3543043834     PISSN: 1056263X     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1023/B:JODD.0000010041.13710.33     Document Type: Article

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