INCLUSIVE EDUCATION SETTINGS: TECHNOLOGY FOR TEACHING PROBLEM-SOLVING TO STUDENTS WITH HEARING IMPAIRMENTS
Keywords:
Inclusive education, Hearing impairment, Problem-solving skills, Teaching technologies, Visual methods, Interactive programs, STEM projects, Individual approach.Abstract
This article deeply examines the effectiveness of modern teaching technologies in developing problem-solving skills among students with hearing impairments in inclusive education settings. The study results show that interactive multimedia tools, visual graphic organizers, mobile applications, virtual laboratories, and STEM-based projects significantly improve students’ logical analysis, step-by-step problem-solving, and independent decision-making abilities. At the same time, their engagement in the learning process, collaboration with peers, self-confidence, and social adaptation increase. The research proves that close cooperation among teachers, defectologists, and parents, along with individual approaches, further enhances the effectiveness of these technologies. Regular application of these technologies in inclusive school and home environments ensures the full integration of hearing-impaired students into the educational process, their preparation for independent life, and active participation in society.
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