Implementation of Motor Stories to Facilitate the Inclusion of Students with Hearing Disabilities in Early Childhood Education Classrooms
Keywords:
motor story, Physical Education, hearing disability, inclusion, diversity.Abstract
The primary goal of the Spanish educational system is to offer personalized teaching that addresses the diverse needs of students. This study explores the effectiveness of the motor story as a methodological tool for the inclusion of students with severe hearing disabilities in regular early childhood education classrooms. Developed in a three-year-old classroom at a public center, this interdisciplinary approach aims to promote physical,
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emotional, social, and intellectual development in accordance with the requirements of the Royal Decree 95/2022 on minimum teachings in Early Childhood Education.
The research utilizes participatory techniques and inclusive strategies that allow for the identification and fulfillment of these students' specific needs, facilitating their total and effective integration into the educational environment. The results, assessed through systematic observations and qualitative analysis, have confirmed the complete achievement of the objectives, demonstrating that the motor story is an effective strategy for enhancing the educational inclusion of students with hearing disabilities in common learning settings.
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