Evaluating the effectiveness of kindergarten teaching methods and aids programs for children with hearing impairments (HIs) from the point view of workers in Jordan

Abstract

This study aims to detect the effectiveness of kindergarten teaching methods and aid programs for children with HIs in the central region of Jordan. The study has also investigated the effect of some selected demographic variables (academic qualification, specialization) to identify the competency level of kindergarten teaching programs and aid programs for children with HIs from the point of view of workers in Jordan. Data was collected from 34 workers using a questionnaire consisting of 11 paragraphs. The results of the study revealed that the competency level of the kindergarten teaching methods and aids programs from the point of view of workers was high. On the other hand, the study results indicated that there is a significant difference in terms of the effectiveness level of kindergarten teaching methods and aid programs for children with HIs from the point of view of workers attributed to the academic qualification variable in favor of Diploma degree holders. The study also found a significant difference attributed to the specialization variable in favor of Special Education. The study recommended carrying out a study about the effectiveness of kindergarten teaching methods and aid programs for children with other kinds of disabilities.