Visual Processes In Reading And Reading Disabilities

Author : Dale M. Willows,Richard Kruk,Evelyne Corcos
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781136472732

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Visual Processes in Reading and Reading Disabilities by Dale M. Willows,Richard Kruk,Evelyne Corcos Pdf

Over the last 25 years, reading processes have been the focus of an enormous amount of research in experimental psychology as well as in other disciplines. The theories and models emerging from this research have greatly advanced understanding of both normal acquisition and of reading disabilities. Although great progress has been made, there are certain aspects that have been relatively neglected in the current understanding. Specifically, the role of visual factors has received less attention than that of other component processes. This is particularly surprising since reading and writing are distinct from the other language processes of speaking and listening in large part by virtue of the fact that a visual dimension is involved. Relevant research is broadly scattered both geographically and in terms of disciplines, and there have been no major reviews or books concerned with the visual dimension of reading and reading disabilities. The purpose of this book is to bring together a broad range of evidence that concerns the role of visual information in reading and reading disabilities. Because reading processes are of central interest to cognitive scientists, neuropsychologists, psycholinguists, clinicians, and educators, this book should draw a very broad readership.

Author : Evelin Witruk,Angela D. Friederici,Thomas Lachmann
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781461510116

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Basic Functions of Language, Reading and Reading Disability by Evelin Witruk,Angela D. Friederici,Thomas Lachmann Pdf

This highly interdisciplinary project presents new results and the state of the art of knowledge in the psychology and neurophysiology of language, reading and dyslexia. It concentrates on basic cognitive functions of understanding and producing language and disorders within its spoken and written execution. The book grew out of the Basic Mechanisms of Language and Language Disorders conference (Leipzig, Sept. 1999).

Author : Catherine Boden
Publisher : National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Learning disabled children
ISBN : 0612160432

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Visual Processing of Verbal and Non-verbal Stimuli in Reading Disabilities [microform] by Catherine Boden Pdf

Author : John Everatt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Education
ISBN : 0415123275

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Reading and Dyslexia by John Everatt Pdf

A topic often neglected by researchers in the field, visual processing -- how the information on the page is transmitted to the brain -- is one of the key candidates in the search for exactly how children, both normal and those experiencing difficulty, learn to read. Reading and Dyslexia provides a thorough review of the most important work to date by leading international researchers. John Everatt and his team include investigations into eye movements and fixations, visual span, attentional focus, visual pathways, inhibition and interference. Each chapter considers the development of reading ability and individual differences between experienced readers, competent and disabled readers.

Author : Tânia Fernandes,Regine Kolinsky
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-26
Category : Electronic book
ISBN : 9782889197163

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The Impact of Learning to Read on Visual Processing by Tânia Fernandes,Regine Kolinsky Pdf

Reading is at the interface between the vision and spoken language domains. An emergent bulk of research indicates that learning to read strongly impacts on non-linguistic visual object processing, both at the behavioral level (e.g., on mirror image processing – enantiomorphy) and at the brain level (e.g., inducing top-down effects as well as neural competition effects). Yet, many questions regarding the exact nature, locus, and consequences of these effects remain hitherto unanswered. The current Special Topic aims at contributing to the understanding of how such a cultural activity as reading might modulate visual processing by providing a landmark forum in which researchers define the state of the art and future directions on this issue. We thus welcome reviews of current work, original research, and opinion articles that focus on the impact of literacy on the cognitive and/or brain visual processes. In addition to studies directly focusing on this topic, we will consider as highly relevant evidence on reading and visual processes in typical and atypical development, including in adult people differing in schooling and literacy, as well as in neuropsychological cases (e.g., developmental dyslexia). We also encourage researchers on nonhuman primate visual processing to consider the potential contribution of their studies to this Special Topic.

Author : Zvia Breznitz
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781135637439

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Fluency in Reading by Zvia Breznitz Pdf

This is the first book to examine in-depth the crucial role of the speed of information processing in the brain in determining reading fluency in both normal and dyslexic readers. Part I explains fluency in reading from both traditional and modern perspectives. Fluency has historically been viewed as the outcome of other reading-related factors and has often been seen as a convenient measure of reading skills. This book, however, argues that fluency has a strong impact on other aspects of reading and plays a central role in the entire reading process. Part II deals with the determinants of reading fluency. Chief among these is the speed of information processing in the brain. Using both behavioral and electrophysiological evidence, the book systematically examines the features of processing speed in the various brain systems involved in reading: visual-orthographic, auditory-phonological, and semantic and shows how speed of processing affects fluency in reading. Part III deals with the complex issues of cross-modal integration and specifically with the need for effective synchronization of the brain processes involved in reading. It puts forward the Synchronization Hypothesis and discusses the role of the Asynchrony Phenomenon as a major factor in dyslexia. Finally, it summarizes research on manipulating reading rate by means of the Acceleration method, providing evidence for a possible intervention aimed at reducing Asynchrony. Key features of this outstanding new book include: *Expanded View of Fluency. Reading fluency is seen as both a dependent and an independent Variable. Currently available books focus on reading rate solely as the outcome of other factors whereas this volume stresses that it is both an outcome and a cause. *Information Processing Focus. Fluency itself is determined to a large extent by a more general factor, namely, speed of processing in the brain. The book presents wide-ranging evidence for individual differences in speed of processing across many subpopulations. *Brain Synchronization Focus. The book posits a new theory arguing that effective reading requires synchronization of the different brain systems: visual orthographic, auditory-phonological, and semantic. *Research-Based Interventions. Interventions to enhance fluency and, thereby, reading skills in general are presented in detail. *Author Expertise. Zvia Breznitz is Head of the Department of Learning Disabilities and Director of the Laboratory for Neurocognitive Research at Haifa University in Israel, where she has been researching this topic for over a decade. This book is appropriate for researchers and advanced students in reading, dyslexia, learning disabilities, cognitive psychology, and neuropsychology.

Author : Karen Baker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Reading
ISBN : OCLC:1030965809

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Visual Processes and the Double Deficit Hypothesis for Reading Disability by Karen Baker Pdf

Author : Hugh William Catts,Alan G. Kamhi
Publisher : Allyn & Bacon
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Education
ISBN : UVA:X004804087

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Language and Reading Disabilities by Hugh William Catts,Alan G. Kamhi Pdf

Eight American specialists in reading and writing disorders contribute nine chapters to this textbook. All chapters have been revised to reflect changes since publication of the 1999 edition, some considerably. Highlights of the second edition include the latest research on subgroups of reading disabilities, the relationship between language and reading disabilities, developmental changes in reading disabilities, and reading, writing, and spelling development. Also included is specific information on improving decoding and word attack skills; new information about IRIs and other procedures to assess comprehension abilities; and new information about spelling in the chapters on writing. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Author : Po-Zen Wong,Bernice Wong
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2014-05-19
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781483295398

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Learning About Learning Disabilities by Po-Zen Wong,Bernice Wong Pdf

This is the first textbook to give equal attention to the intellectual, conceptual, and practical aspects of learning disabilities. Topical coverage is both comprehensive and thorough, and the information presented is up-to-date. Provides a balanced focus on both the conceptual and practical aspects of learning disabilities (LD)**The research covered is far more comprehensive and of greater depth than any other LD textbook**The work is distinctive in its treatment of such important areas as consultation skills and service delivery

Author : Ralph P. Garzia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015037294066

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Vision and Reading by Ralph P. Garzia Pdf

Vision and Reading examines the intimate connection between vision, eye movements and different aspects of the reading process. Contributors are optometrists and psychologists; the combination gives an expanded perspective not available elsewhere on the treatment of children and adults with vision-related disabilities.

Author : John Frederick Stein
Publisher : Boca Raton : CRC Press
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Medical
ISBN : UOM:39015024800404

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Vision and Visual Dyslexia by John Frederick Stein Pdf

Author : R.M. Joshi,C.K. Leong
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-03-11
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789401119887

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Reading Disabilities by R.M. Joshi,C.K. Leong Pdf

The present volume is based on the proceedings of the Advanced Study Institute (ASI) sponsored by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The Institute was conducted at the beautiful Chateau de Bonas, near Toulouse, France in October, 1991. A number of scholars from different countries participated in the two-week institute on differential diagnosis and treatments of reading and writing problems. The accepted papers for this volume are divided into three sections: (a) Differential diagnosis of reading disabilities; (b) Access to language-related component processes; and (c) Reading/spelling strategies. The other papers appear in a companion volume: Developmental and Acquired Dyslexia: Neuropsychological and Neurolinguistic Perspectives, also coedited by Joshi and Leong and published by Kluwer Academic Publishers. Several people and organizations have helped us in this endeavor and their assistance is gratefully acknowledged. Our special thanks are due to: the Scientific Affairs Division of NATO for providing the major portion of the financial support; Dr. L. V. da Cunha of NATO and Dr. THo Kester and Mrs. Barbara Kester of the International Transfer of Science and Technology (ITST) for their help and support of the various aspects of the institute; Mr. Charles Stockman and the entire staff of the Chateau de Bonas for making our stay a pleasant one by helping us to run the Institute smoothly. We also wish to thank our reviewers and the following people for other assistance: Christi Martin, and Xi-wu Fang.

Author : J.R. Brannan
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1992-01-23
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0080867405

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Applications of Parallel Processing in Vision by J.R. Brannan Pdf

Considerable evidence exists that visual sensory information is analyzed simultaneously along two or more independent pathways. In the past two decades, researchers have extensively used the concept of parallel visual channels as a framework to direct their explorations of human vision. More recently, basic and clinical scientists have found such a dichotomy applicable to the way we organize our knowledge of visual development, higher order perception, and visual disorders, to name just a few. This volume attempts to provide a forum for gathering these different perspectives.

Author : Karen Kelly
Publisher : Corwin Press
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2006-03-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781483366395

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The Power of Visual Imagery by Karen Kelly Pdf

Formerly published by Peytral Publications This user-friendly resource provides the theory for improving students' reading skills through visual imagery, plus actual lesson plans to use independently or alongside your language arts program.

Author : C.K. Leong,R.M. Joshi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1997-01-31
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9780792344575

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Cross-Language Studies of Learning to Read and Spell: by C.K. Leong,R.M. Joshi Pdf

The present volume is based on the proceedings of the Advanced Study Institute (AS I) sponsored by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) held in Alvor, Algarve, Portugal. A number of scholars from different countries participated in the two-week institute on Cognitive and linguistic aspects of reading, writing, and spelling. The present papers are further versions with modifications and refinements from those presented at the Advanced Study Institute. Several people and organizations have helped us in this endeavor and their assistance is gratefully acknowledged. Our special thanks are to: the Scientific Affairs division of NATO for providing the major portions of the financial support, Dr. L.V. da Cunha of NATO and Dr. THo Kester and Mrs. Barbara Kester of the International Transfer of Science and Technology of the various aspects of the institute; and (ITST) for their help and support the staff of Hotel Alvor Praia for making our stay a pleasant one by helping us to run the institute smoothly.