Implementation of Vocational Learning for Children with Special Needs and Deafness at a Special Needs School in Bandung City
Abstract
This study aims to describe the implementation of vocational learning for children with special needs and deafness at a Special Needs School in Bandung City. The method used was descriptive qualitative, with data collected through direct observation in vocational classes. The results reveal various strategies and methods used by educators in delivering learning materials, adapting learning media, and challenges faced during the learning process. These findings provide an in-depth overview of vocational learning practices that are inclusive and responsive to the needs of students with deafness and serve as a reference for developing more optimal vocational programs at this special school.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/jassi.v25i1.92229
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