The role of modern technologies in inclusive teaching of chemistry through multimedia means

Abstract

Modern technologies play a key role in ensuring inclusive teaching of chemistry, as multimedia tools allow adapting the educational process to the individual needs of students with special educational needs. The relevance of the study is due to the growing need to ensure equal access to quality education for all students, including those with special educational needs. One of the key problems of modern education is the integration of inclusive learning, which requires the use of innovative approaches and technologies. In particular, teaching chemistry in an inclusive environment faces difficulties in adapting complex educational material, which is often insufficiently visualized and accessible to students with hearing, vision or other disabilities. The purpose of the study was to adapt multimedia technologies for inclusive teaching of chemistry in Ukraine. To achieve the goal, the following methods were used: literature analysis, experimental learning using tools such as virtual laboratories, AR/VR technologies, interactive video materials and gamification elements. The main results indicate that the use of modern multimedia technologies, such as virtual laboratories, interactive videos and gamification elements, significantly increases the effectiveness and accessibility of chemistry teaching for students with special educational needs. 78% of students who participated in experimental learning demonstrated an improvement in understanding of chemical concepts, 63% of students with hearing impairments noted the effectiveness of using subtitles in video materials, and 71% of students with visual impairments highly appreciated adapted presentations with audio support. Also, 85% of all participants reported an increase in motivation to learn due to the use of game elements in the learning process. The study findings emphasize the importance of integrating modern multimedia tools into the educational process as an effective tool for ensuring inclusive chemistry teaching and developing a deeper understanding of the subject in students with special educational needs. However, for the large-scale implementation of these tools, it is necessary to improve the technical base of educational institutions, ensure systematic training of teachers and create a set of adapted educational materials.