ROLE OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS WITH HEARING IMPAIRMENTS

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to examine the Role of Assistive Technology in Academic Development of Students with hearing Impairments. The objectives of the study were to analyze teacher’s opinion about the role of assistive technology in academic development of students with hearing impairments. The sample for the study was selected through simple random sampling technique and 120 teachers from Multan Division were chosen. Self-developed one questionnaire teachers were used as a research tool to collect data. Data were analyzed by SPSS, and calculating percentage, ANOVA, Frequency, t-test, Co-relation Analysis, Mean and standard deviation. The results showed that the assistive technology is playing a motivational role for the teachers. Government should also increase the stipend amount. This scheme should have to link with the results of the students to improve the impact of the scheme.

Major findings of the research have shown that what perceptions teachers have about hearing impairment students and its role of assistive technology in academic development. According to studies, teacher’s perception about hearing impairment students not satisfied. According to several studies, there are many strategies about handling students with hearing impairment in the classroom, assistive technology has the potential to enhance and increase their learning and academic performance and resource room play a vital role in managing the hearing impairment students. Future research recommendations will continue to provide the sector with relevant and distinct ideas.