THE IMPACT OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES ON DEAF STUDENTS' LEARNING

Francesca Latino, Francesco Tafuri

Abstract


This study explores the role of assistive technologies in the implementation of physically active breaks as an innovative educational tool to support bimodal bilingualism in schools. The proposed approach not only promotes the learning and involvement of deaf students, but also proves to be beneficial for hearing students, promoting a more inclusive and collaborative school environment. The combined use of technology and active breaks allows for the development of broader communication skills, raising awareness of sign language among hearing students and improving their ability to learn in multimodal contexts. This method encourages cooperation between students with different abilities, fostering a more equitable and enriching interaction for everyone. The results show that the combined use of technology and active breaks contributes to more effective and inclusive learning. The implementation of these strategies requires specific training for teachers and investments in accessible digital infrastructure, in order to promote a fair and innovative educational environment.


Keywords


Innovative Teaching; Special Pedagogy; Teaching-Learning Process.

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