The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review
The use of modern technologies as instructional tools is becoming increasingly prevalent in both general and special education. This systematic review examines the effects of computer-assisted and digital training on competency enhancement for adults with intellectual disabilities. As opposed to mer...
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| author | Selene Mezzalira Cristiano Scandurra Rocco Filipponeri Pergola Nelson Mauro Maldonato Ignacio Montero Vincenzo Bochicchio |
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| description | The use of modern technologies as instructional tools is becoming increasingly prevalent in both general and special education. This systematic review examines the effects of computer-assisted and digital training on competency enhancement for adults with intellectual disabilities. As opposed to mere knowledge, “competency” was defined as the ability to apply and employ acquired knowledge to carry out tasks and solve problems in professional, social, and personal life domains. The PRISMA procedure was used to search for records dealing with competency enhancement using computerized training for intellectually disabled adults. Twenty-two articles met the inclusion criteria, showing that contemporary technology, computer-based tools, and digital instruments can positively affect the quality of life of adults with intellectual disabilities, and enhance their personal, professional, and social competencies. Ultimately, fostering computer-based technology to enhance competencies in adults with intellectual disabilities appears to be very promising, in that it allows these individuals to better integrate into society and live more independently, autonomously, and effectively. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-f546e7f40c6c4076a0966a78cb4572ee2022-12-22T04:25:24ZengUniversity of MessinaMediterranean Journal of Clinical Psychology2282-16192021-12-019310.13129/2282-1619/mjcp-31782641The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic reviewSelene Mezzalira0Cristiano Scandurra1Rocco Filipponeri Pergola2Nelson Mauro Maldonato3Ignacio Montero4Vincenzo Bochicchio5Department of Humanities, University of Calabria, Rende (CS)Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples “Federico II,” NapoliDepartment of History, Cultural Heritage, Information, and Society, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, RomeDepartment of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Dentistry, University of Naples “Federico II,” NapoliFaculty of Psychology, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, MadridDepartment of Humanities, University of Calabria, Rende (CS)The use of modern technologies as instructional tools is becoming increasingly prevalent in both general and special education. This systematic review examines the effects of computer-assisted and digital training on competency enhancement for adults with intellectual disabilities. As opposed to mere knowledge, “competency” was defined as the ability to apply and employ acquired knowledge to carry out tasks and solve problems in professional, social, and personal life domains. The PRISMA procedure was used to search for records dealing with competency enhancement using computerized training for intellectually disabled adults. Twenty-two articles met the inclusion criteria, showing that contemporary technology, computer-based tools, and digital instruments can positively affect the quality of life of adults with intellectual disabilities, and enhance their personal, professional, and social competencies. Ultimately, fostering computer-based technology to enhance competencies in adults with intellectual disabilities appears to be very promising, in that it allows these individuals to better integrate into society and live more independently, autonomously, and effectively.https://cab.unime.it/journals/index.php/MJCP/article/view/3178intellectual disabilitycompetency enhancementcomputer-based trainingeducationquality of life. |
| spellingShingle | Selene Mezzalira Cristiano Scandurra Rocco Filipponeri Pergola Nelson Mauro Maldonato Ignacio Montero Vincenzo Bochicchio The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review Mediterranean Journal of Clinical Psychology intellectual disability competency enhancement computer-based training education quality of life. |
| title | The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review |
| title_full | The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review |
| title_fullStr | The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review |
| title_full_unstemmed | The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review |
| title_short | The psychological benefits and efficacy of computer-assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability. A systematic review |
| title_sort | psychological benefits and efficacy of computer assisted training on competency enhancement in adults with intellectual disability a systematic review |
| topic | intellectual disability competency enhancement computer-based training education quality of life. |
| url | https://cab.unime.it/journals/index.php/MJCP/article/view/3178 |
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