[liberationtech] Educational computer use with incarcerated groups

[Phil Shapiro]

I've been reading about some of the educational computer users with incarcerated groups. 
(see below) Just curious, is anyone here on the list involved with educational technology work in prisons? 


Phil Shapiro, Public Geek 
Takoma Park Maryland Library 




Assessing the Effectiveness of Text-to-speech Software in Incarcerated Adult Literacy Education. Authors: McCulley, Yvette 1 
Gillespie, Catherine 2 
Murr, Anne H. 3 Source: Journal of Correctional Education . May2014 , Vol. 65 Issue 2, p2-19. 18p. Document Type: Article Subject Terms: * TEXT-to-speech software 
* ADULT literacy programs 
* PRISONERS -- Education 
* NUMERICAL analysis 
* SATISFACTION NAICS/Industry Codes: 611690 All other schools and instruction Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of text-to-speech computer software in prison educational centers. Incarcerated adult learners with low literacy skills in two midwestern incarceration facilities used adaptive technology for a 5-month period. A statistically significant difference was found between pretest and posttest literacy scores when using a text-to-speech treatment. After the posttests, open-ended questions were asked to help clarify and add depth of understanding to the numerical results. The majority of the students and teachers experienced satisfaction with the technology experience. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] -- 

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