Kantianism is a philosophical approach developed by the German philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) that is widely accepted as the core of modern moral philosophy. It is based on the belief that moral decisions should be based on an understanding of universal moral principles, which Kant believed could be derived from the structure of reason itself. …
Kurzweil Personal Reader: A Technology for Enhancing Text Accessibility The Kurzweil Personal Reader (KPR) is a text-to-speech software program designed to enhance accessibility for individuals with visual impairments and reading disabilities. Developed by Kurzweil Education, the KPR is a comprehensive text-to-speech solution that reads digital and scanned documents in multiple languages and synthesizes text into …
The concept of knowing has been studied extensively in the fields of philosophy, psychology, and cognitive science. In recent decades, research has revealed the complex nature of knowing and its implications for understanding how the brain works and how humans interact with the world. This article will provide an overview of what is known about …
Kuder-Richardson Formulas: A Brief Overview The Kuder-Richardson (KR) formulas are a set of statistical formulas used for the calculation of internal consistency reliability. Developed in 1937 by George Kuder and Mary Richardson, the KR formulas are widely used in psychological research and are an important part of the field of psychometrics (Vacha-Haase & Mertens, 2010). …
Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test: A Nonparametric Statistical Test to Compare Two Samples The Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test (K-S test) is a nonparametric statistical test used to compare two samples. It is a powerful tool for testing whether two samples originate from the same population based on their cumulative distribution functions (CDFs). The K-S test is used in a variety …
Kleeblattschadel Syndrome: An Overview Kleeblattschadel Syndrome (KBS) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterized by craniofacial dysmorphism, learning disabilities, and growth retardation. It is also known as “cloverleaf skull” due to the distinctive shape of the skull. It is a rare disorder, with a prevalence of about 1-2 per million in the general population. Clinical …
KINESTHETIC FEEDBACK: A REVIEW OF THE RESEARCH Abstract Kinesesthetic feedback is a type of feedback that utilizes bodily sensations to inform and guide an individual’s motor behavior. This review provides an overview of the literature on kinesesthetic feedback, examining the effects of various feedback modalities on motor learning. Furthermore, this review looks at the potential …
Kilner Screen: A Novel Tool for Diagnosis and Research of Neurological Disorders In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in the development of tools for the early diagnosis and research of neurological disorders. The Kilner Screen (KS) is a novel tool developed to meet this need. KS is a low-cost, easy-to-use, and highly …
The Keller Plan 1 (KP1) is a widely used intervention program developed by Fred S. Keller in the early 1960s to improve the learning behavior and academic performance of students with learning disabilities (LDs). As a pioneer in the field of special education, Keller’s behavioral approach to teaching has become a cornerstone of educational practices …
Kallikak: A Study of the Heredity of Feeble-Mindedness Heredity has long been a subject of scientific inquiry, and the concept of feeble-mindedness has long been a topic of debate. In 1912, Henry Herbert Goddard published a study of the heredity of feeble-mindedness, entitled Kallikak. This paper was a landmark study in the history of psychology …
