CREATING INCLUSIVE TVET INSTITUTIONS FOR HEARING IMPAIRED STUDENTS: INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Authors

  • Gouhar Pirzada Lincoln University College, Malaysia
  • Faisal Anis   Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore
  • Faran Ahmed Future Institute of O level and A level, Lahore

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.52567/pjsr.v5i02.1340

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the perspectives of eleven participants, including teachers, parents, curriculum developers, and academic administrators in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector, engaged in inclusive education and creating inclusive education strategies. More specifically, this study explored their perspectives on implementing inclusive education for students with hearing impairment (HI) in TVET institutions in Pakistan. Qualitative research using a focus group method was conducted to gather data. Focus group discussions revealed the need for counselling, awareness, attitude changes, instructional methods, and infrastructure to facilitate inclusive education. Creating inclusive learning environments required collaboration, personalised support, and accessible environments. It also stressed the difficulties and potential of inclusive education and urged for further study and implementation of solutions to improve student learning and well-being. Inclusive educational settings can help all students succeed. Infrastructure was examined in vocational institutions’ special needs support. Wheelchair accessibility and a safe learning environment were emphasised. They stressed the impact of the institutions’ environments on student attitudes, academic achievement, and social development. Inclusion was also discussed, emphasising the need for a community-oriented vocational skills approach customised to these individuals’ educational requirements.

Keywords: Inclusive education, Hearing Impaired Students, TVET, Perceptions.

Author Biographies

  • Gouhar Pirzada, Lincoln University College, Malaysia

    PhD Scholar

     

  • Faisal Anis  , Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore

     

     

  • Faran Ahmed, Future Institute of O level and A level, Lahore

    English Language Trainer

     

Additional Files

Published

2023-05-31

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 02 (2023): Pakistan Journal of Social Research (PJSR)

Section

Research Article

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How to Cite

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“CREATING INCLUSIVE TVET INSTITUTIONS FOR HEARING IMPAIRED STUDENTS: INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS”, Pak. J, Soc. Sci., vol. 5, no. 02, pp. 1191–1199, May 2023, doi: 10.52567/pjsr.v5i02.1340.