Listen and learn? A software review of Earobics (R)

Journal/Book: Lang Speech Hearing Serv Sch. 1999; 30: 10801 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852-3279, USA. Amer Speech-Language-Hearing Assoc. 108-116.

Abstract: The evaluation of software in the treatment of a language-learning disability requires analysis oi both the technical and conceptual aspects of software development. The Earobics(R) program is reviewed with this dual purpose. The Earobics(R) program, as reported by the publisher, is an auditory development and phonics software program that is designed to provide auditory processing and phonemic awareness training. Considered first are the technical aspects oi the program, including the program description, hardware requirements, and user friendliness. Next, the conceptual framework motivating the software developments assessed through an analysis of the six games that make up the program. These six games appear to be,premised on a combination oi auditory processing and phonological awareness principles, which are not necessarily compatible. Finally, the strengths and limitations of the program are examined for the developmental Influence presented in its games and utility oi the game sequence in the reading acquisition process.

Note: Article Diehl SF, Univ S Florida, Dept Commun Sci & Disorders, 4202 E Fowler BEH 255, Tampa,FL 33620 USA

Keyword(s): software evaluation; phonological awareness; auditory processing; language intervention; AUDITORY TEMPORAL PERCEPTION; SPEECH-PERCEPTION; PHONOLOGICAL AWARENESS; PROCESSING DEFICITS; IMPAIRED CHILDREN; READING-ABILITY; PHONEME; MEMORY; INTERVENTION; DISABILITY

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