A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools
The systematic review investigates the effect of various educational technologies on the learning outcomes of diverse student populations, particularly focusing on assistive technology interventions for students with disabilities. The comprehensive analysis covers literature from 2012 to 2023. The s...
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| author | Kaussar Mukhtarkyzy Laura Smagulova Ainur Tokzhigitova Nurgul Serikbayeva Olzhas Sayakov Asset Turkmenbayev Rakhila Assilbayeva |
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| description | The systematic review investigates the effect of various educational technologies on the learning outcomes of diverse student populations, particularly focusing on assistive technology interventions for students with disabilities. The comprehensive analysis covers literature from 2012 to 2023. The study highlights the potential of AR and assistive technologies in fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Despite positive findings, the review emphasizes the imperative for further research to refine the implementation of these technologies and enhance their effectiveness. The systematic review of five databases provides crucial insights into the effectiveness of various assistive technologies. Mobile devices, iPads, and AR interventions emerge as frequently utilized tools. Research activity peaked in 2013 and 2018 and subsequently declined. Twelve studies focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder and emphasize the prioritization of ASD in assistive technology interventions. The research highlights the importance of adopting a holistic perspective on educational inclusion, emphasizing collaborative efforts among teachers, diverse teaching methods, and technology integration. Despite the promise shown by assistive technologies, the review acknowledges their limitations and advocates for ongoing research and innovation to refine their application across diverse educational contexts. The findings stress the importance of a nuanced interpretation of evidence, considering the challenges posed by the limited number of eligible studies. The review calls for careful consideration of future research directions to bolster the comprehensiveness and reliability of evidence synthesis in assistive technology interventions for students with disabilities. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-b733603226cc424799a88cd6e24573fb2025-02-11T06:59:58ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Education2504-284X2025-02-011010.3389/feduc.2025.15237971523797A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schoolsKaussar Mukhtarkyzy0Laura Smagulova1Ainur Tokzhigitova2Nurgul Serikbayeva3Olzhas Sayakov4Asset Turkmenbayev5Rakhila Assilbayeva6Department of Information Technologies, K. Kulazhanov Kazakh University of Technology and Business, Astana, KazakhstanDepartment of Information Technologies and AI, Zhetysu University named after Ilyas Zhansugurov, Taldykorgan, KazakhstanFaculty of Computer Science, Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, KazakhstanDepartment of Psychology, Shakarim University of Semey, Semey, KazakhstanDepartment of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Nazarbayev University, Astana, KazakhstanFundamental Sciences Department, Yessenov University, Aktau, KazakhstanFundamental Sciences Department, Yessenov University, Aktau, KazakhstanThe systematic review investigates the effect of various educational technologies on the learning outcomes of diverse student populations, particularly focusing on assistive technology interventions for students with disabilities. The comprehensive analysis covers literature from 2012 to 2023. The study highlights the potential of AR and assistive technologies in fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Despite positive findings, the review emphasizes the imperative for further research to refine the implementation of these technologies and enhance their effectiveness. The systematic review of five databases provides crucial insights into the effectiveness of various assistive technologies. Mobile devices, iPads, and AR interventions emerge as frequently utilized tools. Research activity peaked in 2013 and 2018 and subsequently declined. Twelve studies focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder and emphasize the prioritization of ASD in assistive technology interventions. The research highlights the importance of adopting a holistic perspective on educational inclusion, emphasizing collaborative efforts among teachers, diverse teaching methods, and technology integration. Despite the promise shown by assistive technologies, the review acknowledges their limitations and advocates for ongoing research and innovation to refine their application across diverse educational contexts. The findings stress the importance of a nuanced interpretation of evidence, considering the challenges posed by the limited number of eligible studies. The review calls for careful consideration of future research directions to bolster the comprehensiveness and reliability of evidence synthesis in assistive technology interventions for students with disabilities.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2025.1523797/fullassistive technologiesstudents with disabilitiesaugmented realityinclusive educationautism spectrum disorderspecial educational needs and disabilities |
| spellingShingle | Kaussar Mukhtarkyzy Laura Smagulova Ainur Tokzhigitova Nurgul Serikbayeva Olzhas Sayakov Asset Turkmenbayev Rakhila Assilbayeva A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools Frontiers in Education assistive technologies students with disabilities augmented reality inclusive education autism spectrum disorder special educational needs and disabilities |
| title | A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools |
| title_full | A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools |
| title_fullStr | A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools |
| title_full_unstemmed | A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools |
| title_short | A systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for SEND students in schools |
| title_sort | systematic review of the utility of assistive technologies for send students in schools |
| topic | assistive technologies students with disabilities augmented reality inclusive education autism spectrum disorder special educational needs and disabilities |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/feduc.2025.1523797/full |
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