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Using word-prediction technology to improve the writing of low-functioning hearing-impaired students

This study explored the use of computer assistance and word-prediction as cuing devices. Wordfinding, fluency, and flexibility in low-functioning deaf children were observed in their writing under non-assisted and computer-assisted situations. Although the fluency increased in all cases, so did the variation in words used. The study confirmed that using word- prediction with severely disabled, language-delayed children enhanced word fluency (word count) but not flexibility (word variety). Although many questions are raised, the use of word-prediction is directly associated with the improvement of these students' writing.