Mark,
YOu wrote:
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Statistically, word prediction is not faster, just requires less key
strokes, which may allow some individuals to work longer before they fatigue.
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I am behind on my word prediction research, so there may be something more
definitive about users with CP in the last year or two, but I would be very
hesitant of interpreting older research in word prediction (e.g., Higganbotham's
or Newell's work) in such a broad way. Clearly, reduction of fatigue is a great
boon to many, but I know for a clinical certainty that many of my clients over
the years have been MUCH faster with word prediction than with any kind of
straight keyboard use. It really is such an individual decision. Speed of
output isn't a given with word prediction, but I think it's not impossible in
individual cases.
In short, I agree wholeheartedly with your later points about getting an
appropriate evaluation where the situation Hillary describes could be fully
examined.
As always, thanks for your many contributions to the listserv.
Bob Follansbee
FOLLANSBEE@A1.TCH.Harvard.edu
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