Helping People with Hearing Impairment Interact Socially using Computer Programs

Abstract

The research set out to answer the question, "How do you think computer apps can help people with hearing impairment with their social skills?" by surveying educators who work with kids who have hearing impairment. The research followed a quantitative approach and was descriptive in nature. Participants in the study were educators who work with students who have hearing impairments. Through a suitable sample procedure, 83 (M=64, F=37) special education teachers of kids with hearing impairments were recruited for the study. These teachers hail from various institutions. Data was collected using a self-designed questionnaire using a survey approach with a reliability coefficient of α = 0.95. The data was analyzed using statistical measures. The study's findings demonstrated that students are utilizing computer applications for online education and research. Students can utilize these applications to their advantage by storing and organizing their research materials, finding relevant information about their education, projects, and assignments, and even stealing useful information from other researchers. Computer programs have many benefits, one of which is that they can assist deaf students in developing their social skills. For example, through online chats and email, students/persons with hearing impairment can practice interacting with others on a variety of subjects and improve their overall communication abilities.