Author: Smt. Jyotirmoyee Banerjee
Abstract: Technology has transformed special education by offering personalized approaches and enhancing accessibility for students with disabilities. Assistive technologies, information and communication tools, and adaptive learning methods improve learning outcomes for diverse needs (Drigas & Ioannidou, 2013). This is supported by tools like AAC, speech-to-text, and AI screening (Woodward & Rieth, 1997). Research indicates that ICT-based strategies benefit students with autism spectrum disorders and reading difficulties (Olakanmi et al., 2020). This study aims to investigate the role of technology in enhancing special education and making schooling accessible for children with disabilities. The integration of technology in special education faces challenges such as budget constraints and policy concerns, with future trends focused on leveraging technology to improve special education systems globally (Lewis & Rossett, 1981).
Technology has really changed how we teach kids with special needs. It helps us teach each student in their own way and makes learning easier for them. 1 Things like special tools, ways to talk and share information, and learning that changes to fit each student help them learn better, no matter what their needs are (Drigas & Ioannidou, 2013). We see this with tools like those that help people communicate (AAC), turn spoken words into text, and use computers to find learning differences early (Woodward & Rieth, 1997). 2 Studies show that using computers and the internet helps students who have autism or trouble reading (Olakanmi et al., 2020). 3 This study wants to look at how technology helps special education and makes school easier for kids with disabilities. Putting technology into special education can be tricky because of money and rules. In the future, we’ll likely see even more ways technology can make special education better around the world (Lewis & Rossett, 1981).
Keywords: Technology, Special Education, ICT Tools.
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