Δημοσίευση - Validation of unsupervised computer-based screening for reading disability in the Greek elementary Grades 3 and 4
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Validation of unsupervised computer-based screening for reading disability in the Greek elementary Grades 3 and 4

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Έτος: 2008
Συγγραφείς: Αθανάσιος Πρωτόπαπας; Christos Skaloumbakas; Persefoni Bali
Περιοδικό: Learning Disabilities: A Contemporary Journal
Τόμος: 6
Αριθμός: 1
Σελίδες: 45-69
Περίληψη:
After reviewing past efforts related to computer-based reading disability (RD) assessment, we present a fully automated screening battery that evaluates critical skills relevant for RD diagnosis designed for unsupervised application in the Greek educational system. Psychometric validation in 301 children, 8-10 years old (grades 3 and 4; including 288 from the general school population and 13 from a clinical sample), indicated that computer-based screening can detect children likely to be diagnosed with RD (with 80-86% correct classification), using a linear discriminant function derived from measures taken without supervision within a 30-minute “computer game” interaction. We conclude that automated screening solutions constitute a feasible option in the context of a shortage of expert personnel.
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