"A Paragraph Text-Writing Intervention for Adolescents with Intellectua" by Derek B. Rodgers, Shawn M. Datchuk et al.

The Journal of Special Education Apprenticeship

Article Title

A Paragraph Text-Writing Intervention for Adolescents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Authors

Derek B. Rodgers, Department of Teaching and Learning, University of Iowa
Shawn M. Datchuk, Department of Teaching and Learning, University of Iowa
Lanqi Wang, Department of Teaching and Learning, University of Iowa

Abstract

Paragraph text-writing refers to constructing multiple words and sentences into the form of a paragraph. It is critical to overall written expression; unfortunately, many students with disabilities struggle to develop it to fluency. The present study investigated the effects of a multicomponent intervention on the accuracy and fluency of paragraph text writing skills of three adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The intervention procedures featured a combination of explicit instruction and timed practice delivered through a series of short, supplemental lessons. Intervention was delivered one-on-one, and a multiple probe across participants designed was used. Results were mixed, with two of three students showing an improvement in multiple skills related to paragraph text-writing, including sentences with appropriate syntax, semantics, capitalization, and punctuation. The limitations of this study as well as implications for practice are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Rodgers, Derek B.; Datchuk, Shawn M.; and Wang, Lanqi (2022) "A Paragraph Text-Writing Intervention for Adolescents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities," The Journal of Special Education Apprenticeship: Vol. 11: No. 2, Article 3.
Available at: https://scholarworks.lib.csusb.edu/josea/vol11/iss2/3

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