Exploring the Educational Needs of Young Adults with Hearing Disability, before the Taliban Regime in Kabul, Afghanistan: A Phenomenological Study.

Purpose: The primary aim of the study was to explore the educational needs of young adults with hearing disability in pre-Taliban administered Kabul, Afghanistan. Method: A qualitative approach was utilised, specifically employing the phenomenological method. In-depth semi-structured interviews were...

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Publicado en:Disability, CBR & Inclusive Development Vol. 35; no. 1; pp. 84 - 102
Autores principales: Amarkhail, Freba, Ibrahimkhil, Fahima, Sidek, Suriati
Formato: research Journal Article
Publicado: Asia Pacific Disability Rehabilitation Journal Spring2024
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          Amarkhail, Freba
          Ibrahimkhil, Fahima
          Sidek, Suriati
        affil: Faculty of Special Education, Kabul Education University, Afghanistan
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          Hearing Disorders In Adolescence
          Educational Status
          Needs Assessment Methods
          Socioeconomic Factors
          Human
          Male
          Female
          Adolescence
          Young Adult
          Adult
          Phenomenological Research
          Afghanistan
          Persons with Disabilities
          Hearing Physiology
          Education, Special
          Qualitative Studies
          Semi-Structured Interview
          Thematic Analysis
          Teachers Psychosocial Factors
          Government
          Human Rights
          Sign Language
          Curriculum
          Health Services Needs and Demand
          Videorecording
          Teaching Materials
          Teaching Methods
          Knowledge
          Interpersonal Relations
          Faculty-Student Relations
          Learning Environment
          Descriptive Statistics
          Comparative Studies
          Social Environment
          Students with Disabilities
          Health Services Accessibility
          Communication
          Optimism
          Adolescent: 13-18 years
          Adult: 19-44 years
          Male
          Female
      ab: Purpose: The primary aim of the study was to explore the educational needs of young adults with hearing disability in pre-Taliban administered Kabul, Afghanistan. Method: A qualitative approach was utilised, specifically employing the phenomenological method. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten participants, allowing them to articulate their experiences and perspectives in detail. Data was analysed thematically, following six key steps. Results: The findings underscore the importance of facilitating a good quality educational system, employing qualified teachers, and ensuring the right to access better education for individuals with hearing disability. Addressing these fundamental components is crucial to providing a motivating and conducive learning environment, and enhancing educational opportunities to meet the unique educational needs of these individuals. Conclusion: Individuals with hearing disability face many challenges in Afghanistan's education system. Despite commendable initiatives, the government's neglect and financial constraints hinder optimal development. Two proposed approaches -- special education and inclusive education -- highlight potential solutions, emphasising the need for teacher training and a supportive learning environment. The study also advocates for the universal right to quality education for individuals with hearing disability, calling for improved services and special classes tailored to their unique needs. However, the absence of data on individuals with hearing disability in Afghanistan, security concerns during data collection, and the unavailability of sign-language interpreters are some of the study's limitations.
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