Employing Assistive Technology (AT) for Children with Special Educational Needs: A Case Study from Pakistan

Abstract

In the era of the technological revolution, substantive research is required to assess the effectiveness of Assistive Technologies (AT) for the educational needs of children with special needs. Although studies have been conducted to examine the usefulness of integrating assistive technology into teaching content that caters to CWSN. However, it remained a less explored area in the context of developing countries, particularly in Pakistan. Also, there is a lack of awareness regarding the use of AT in the context of Pakistan. The paper addresses how assistive technology can be utilised to educate CWSNs effectively and transform their lives. It also explored the challenges related to its accessibility and availability. The case study design was adopted, and semi-structured interviews were conducted with the administrator, coordinators, and teachers. The interviews were transcribed and analysed by using thematic analysis. The findings of the research study indicated that the quality of life of CWSNs can be made not just easier, but AT can contribute to their overall well-being.