UDC. 371.38
THE USE OF INTERACTIVE METHODS IN TEACHING STUDENTS WITH AND WITHOUT SPECIAL NEEDS IN INCLUSIVE PRIMARY EDUCATION
Dilnoza Khabibullo qizi
Akhmedova Kokand University, Andijan
Branch
Oygul Shuhratbek qizi
Abdullayeva
Student, “Primary Education”
Department, 2nd stage
Kokand University, Andijan
Branch
Annotation. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the role of interactive methods in ensuring high-quality and effective education for both students in need of inclusive education and healthy students in primary grades. The theoretical foundations of inclusive education, the pedagogical competencies of teachers in its practical implementation, as well as psychological-pedagogical approaches and methodological aspects, are scientifically substantiated. The article also reveals the mechanisms for applying interactive methods in primary grades and their role in supporting the individual development of students with diverse needs.
Keywords: inclusive education, primary grade, interactive
method, pedagogical cooperation, differentiated approach, students with special educational needs, competence, educational technologies, adaptive environment, pedagogical innovation.
INTRODUCTION.
One of the most important tasks facing the education system in today’s globalization process is to create equal opportunities for all
children, including providing quality education in the same classroom for students with special needs and healthy students. The inclusive education model is a practical expression of democratic values in world pedagogy and has been developing rapidly in the educational system of Uzbekistan in recent years. The Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On Education” also guarantees equal educational opportunities for all children [1].
According to UNESCO’s definition, inclusive education is “a system
that enables full participation in the educational process by creating equal opportunities for all children, including those with special needs” [2].
Primary education is the foundation of this process, where students’ personality formation, social communication skills, and motivation for learning develop. Therefore, the quality of education in an inclusive classroom, the correct choice of pedagogical approach, and the
use of interactive methods are of particular importance.
Pedagogical research shows that interactive methods — technologies such as “Brainstorming, ” “Blitz Questions, ” “Know-Want to Know-Learned (KWL) Chart, ” “Pair Work, ” “Role-Playing, ” “Circle Time” — are effective tools that unite students with different
needs and encourage their activity [3].
This article covers the scientific and methodological foundations
of improving the quality of inclusive education in primary grades using interactive methods, the results of experiments, and practical
recommendations.
LITERATURE REVIEW.
Scientific approaches to inclusive education are based on several
paradigms:
According to the “Social Model” put forward by M. Oliver,
disability is interpreted not as an individual defect or biological
limitation of a person, but as a result of an unadapted, barrier-
filled environment of society. This model views disability not as
a problem, but as a consequence of insufficiently inclusive environments and social structures. Therefore, it is considered wrong to segregate children with disabilities from society or evaluate them solely from the perspective of personal shortcomings. The main focus should be on adapting society itself — educational institutions,
infrastructure, methodology, and communication culture [3].
In the context of inclusive education, this approach is even
more significant. Oliver’s social model demonstrates the need to
create equal opportunities for students with special needs by removing psychological, pedagogical, physical, or communicative barriers in the educational process. That is, interpreting disability not as a “defect in the person” but as “the educational environment not
being sufficiently comfortable and adapted” encourages educators to create a supportive, adaptive, and discrimination-free environment for students. As a result, the educational process becomes open, fair, and inclusive for all children.
M. Ainscow’s “Pedagogical Integration Model” envisions creating a supportive educational environment and serves to enhance the individual capabilities of all students. This model ensures students’ full integration into the general education process by applying adaptive methods according to their needs and developmental
characteristics. Especially in inclusive education settings, the pedagogical integration model creates favorable conditions for
children with different needs to effectively integrate into the class community, participate in the learning process based on equal opportunities, and demonstrate their potential [2].
The main content of the model consists of adapting the educational process, individualizing the learning load, encouraging social cooperation among students, and ensuring psychological comfort. Through this, children with special pedagogical needs have the
opportunity to learn at their own pace, gradually master complex
tasks, and harmonize with the general educational environment. As a result, the educational process becomes not only effective but also fair and inclusive for all students.
Based on L. Vygotsky’s socio-cultural theory of learning, engaging students in cooperative learning significantly increases the effectiveness of the educational process. This approach is even more relevant in inclusive education settings. According to Vygotsky’s concept of the “zone of proximal development,” a student achieves higher results when engaging in cooperative activities with peers and adults in situations where it is difficult to acquire complex knowledge and skills independently. In this regard, cooperative learning methods in inclusive classrooms strengthen the social integration of students with special needs, develop their communication skills, and help them feel like full members of the class [6].
Furthermore, the cooperative learning process develops students’ social competencies such as mutual assistance, knowledge sharing, and supporting each other. As a result, favorable pedagogical conditions are created for children with different needs and abilities to participate in the general educational environment based on equal opportunities and fully realize their potential.
METHODOLOGY.
Our research was conducted in the following stages:
- Diagnostic stage: The goal was to determine the students’
developmental levels, the psychological profile of children
with special needs, and the readiness indicators of teachers
for inclusive education. - Experimental stage: Two parallel classes were selected: one taught with traditional methods, the other with interactive methods.
· Unique interactive methods (role-playing, small groups, visual
games) were applied.
- Observation stage: Students’ activity, the strength of mutual
communication, and the dynamics of task completion
were studied. - Determination stage: Tests, interviews, and questionnaire
methods were used. Interviews were conducted with students,
teachers, and parents.
RESULTS.
The experimental process showed the following
results: In the class where interactive methods were used,
students’ active participation in the lesson increased from 28% to
70%. The level of communication between students with special
needs and their peers increased 2 times. In the interactive class,
the level of students giving independent answers to questions rose from 38% to 75%.
Indicators for written and oral literacy showed meaningful
growth: literacy: +20%, reading technique: +19%, mathematical
literacy: +25% (Figure 1).
[DISCUSSION. The obtained results show that using interactive
methods in primary inclusive classrooms significantly strengthens the differentiated approach in the learning process.
This creates an opportunity to give each student tasks tailored
to their individual abilities, capabilities, and needs. Students
with special needs feel the positive impact of the inclusive
environment by participating in the same activities and games as
their peers, without feeling excluded. At the same time, group-based games and activities unite all children, fostering solidarity, cooperation, and social connections among them.
The use of interactive methods builds students’ self-confidence, increases motivation, and encourages an active learning process. Students test their abilities by completing tasks at different levels and develop self- assessment skills through a sense of achievement. At the same time, the interactive approach expands opportunities
for teachers to implement inclusive pedagogy and adaptive technologies in practice. They can improve the quality of education
by creating an individual education plan for each child, determining their developmental pace, and adapting the necessary
pedagogical tools.
As a result, interactive methods serve as an important tool for
effectively organizing the pedagogical process in an inclusive classroom, positively influencing students’ mutual cooperation, personal development, and teachers’ professional competencies. This is a crucial factor in improving the overall quality of inclusive
education and creating equal opportunities for every student.
CONCLUSION.
The research results show that teaching students with special needs and healthy students in the same classroom using interactive methods is not only effective but also the most important condition for ensuring equal quality of education. Pedagogical approaches adapted to inclusive education develop students’ social integration, psychological adaptation, critical and creative thinking skills.
To ensure quality education in inclusive classrooms, it is
important to develop differentiated educational programs, improve the set of interactive methods, enhance teacher qualifications, establish systematic cooperation with parents, and strengthen the activities of psychological- pedagogical services.
Indeed, every child has the right to quality education. Educating
students with disabilities requires more effort and research from teachers. If lessons are approached more seriously and students are engaged using various interactive methods, change and growth in every child are inevitable. We believe that the methods analyzed above will certainly help in this process.
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