Provision of Teaching and Learning Materials that Enhance Participation of Students with Special Educational Needs in Inclusive Schools at Pokuase in the Greater Accra Region

Abstract

The study focused on investigating teaching and learning materials teachers provide to enhance participation of students with special educational needs in teaching and learning at Pokuase in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. The study employed the descriptive survey design. Purposive and simple random sampling techniques were used to select the sample size of 112 respondents. Descriptive statistical method was used to analyse questionnaire data for the study. Results from the study revealed that, teachers provide teaching and learning materials of all kinds during teaching and learning. However, some of these materials do not cater for the unique needs of all learners especially those with special educational needs. Instructional materials such as tape recorders and text in braille were not provided, computers were not adapted to enhance easy access for pupils with special educational needs. The study recommended that teachers provide materials to include tape recorders, text in Braille, materials that are bold with good colour contrast and adapted computers for easy access especially to those with special educational needs. Purpose of the studyThe study sought to investigate teaching and learning materials teachers provide to enhance learning among pupils especially those with special educational needs in inclusive classrooms.

Enhancing Engagement of Hearing-impaired Pupils in Inclusive Tanzanian Classrooms through Teaching and Learning Materials

“…This finding aligns with Kermit (2019), Opoku et al (2022), andOrdu (2021), who found that the core responsibility of all teachers in inclusive schools is to identify themselves as competent enough to serve all pupils regarding their physical and intellectual variations. Likewise, Nyavor (2020) supported the idea that teachers teaching hearing-impaired pupils need to have a positive attitude and provide opportunities for learning materials that increase learning interest among hearing-impaired pupils. This may support more efficient learning and active participation in the teaching and learning process, particularly when teachers use the materials.…”

“…Teaching and learning materials are understood variously around the world. For example, Nyavor (2020) explained that teaching and learning materials are educational resources used within the classroom to support learning objectives outlined in lesson plans.…”