Lockert, Richard & Coombe, Jeanette, “Keys to Success: Literacy for Persons with Developmental Disabilities,” in Rehabilitation Review, Volume 11, Number 10 (October 2000). Calgary, AB: The Vocational and Rehabilitation Research Institute. http://www.vrri.org/rhb10b00.htm

This article was co-written by Richard Lockert of the Saskatchewan Association of Rehabilitation Centres (SARC) and Jeanette Coombe of the Vocational and Rehabilitation Research Institute (VRRI). Rehabilitation Review is published monthly by the VRRI Research Department with funding from the Alberta and Calgary PDD Boards. The article reviews four keys to literacy education success which have been significant for learners with intellectual / developmental disabilities. These are: specific tutor qualities, adopting learner-centred approaches, selecting appropriate written materials, and fostering networks of support and outreach.

Miles, Barbara, M.ED., “Literacy for Persons who are Deaf-Blind,” DB-LINK Fact Sheet. The National Information Clearinghouse On Children Who Are Deaf-Blind (January 2000). http://www.tr.wou.edu/dblink/literacy.htm

This article discusses the importance of literacy for persons who are deaf-blind, the social function of literacy, and the conditions necessary for the development of literacy. Additional readings are suggested. Barbara Miles is a communication specialist/consultant and teacher, experienced with all ages and levels of persons who are deaf-blind. She has taught regional, national and international seminars on communication issues for children who are deaf-blind.