THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INCLUSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING METHODOLOGY FOR NEURODIVERGENT LEARNERS
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Ключевые слова

Inclusive Education; Neurodivergent Learners; English Language Teaching; Differentiated Instruction; Multisensory Learning; Assistive Technology; Universal Design For Learning; Teacher Training.

Аннотация

This study explores the effectiveness of inclusive English language teaching methodology for neurodivergent learners and examines how adapted pedagogical strategies can enhance linguistic, cognitive, and emotional outcomes. The research is based on the principles of inclusive education, neurodiversity, and universal design for learning, emphasizing that individual differences among learners should be recognized as strengths rather than limitations.

The study analyses how differentiated instruction, multisensory learning, and assistive technologies contribute to improved communication skills, attention regulation, and classroom engagement of learners with autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It also highlights the essential role of teacher training, emotional support, and structured learning environments in promoting equal participation and reducing anxiety among neurodivergent students. Findings indicate that inclusive methodology not only improves academic achievement but also supports psychological well-being and social integration. The research concludes that inclusive English language teaching transforms diversity into a source of educational enrichment and provides a sustainable model for equitable and effective language learning in the modern educational context.

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