TRAINING DETAILS
The education of individuals with special educational needs (SEN) requires personalized approaches to ensure that every student has equal access to quality education. Artificial intelligence (AI) plays a crucial role in this process by offering individualized learning experiences, helping educators better understand students’ needs, and developing tailored solutions.
The European Union’s 2021-2027 Digital Education Action Plan emphasizes the importance of using digital tools and AI for individuals with special educational needs. This plan prioritizes accessibility and inclusion, ensuring that all students benefit from digital transformation. Furthermore, the EU aims to enhance educational equality by effectively integrating technology into special education programs for students with disabilities.
This training program is designed to equip teachers and educators with the skills to utilize AI in special education, helping them create more inclusive and effective learning environments.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
Through this training program, participants will develop the following competencies:
- Enhance educators’ ability to understand and address the unique needs of individuals with special educational needs.
- Explore the potential of AI in special education and implement practical AI-based solutions.
- Learn to use AI tools to provide personalized learning experiences for students with SEN.
- Develop technological solutions that improve accessibility and inclusion in special education.
EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES
During the course, participants will:
- Understand how AI can be used in the education of individuals with special needs.
- Design personalized learning experiences for students based on their unique needs.
- Evaluate the ethical concerns and limitations of AI in special education.
- Test and integrate AI-based tools into special education programs.
TRAINING ACTIVITY PROGRAM
Day 1:
- Project Orientation: Introduction to the training program and activities.
- Pre-Assessment Test: Evaluating participants’ existing knowledge.
- Introduction to Special Education: Understanding the fundamental needs and challenges of students with SEN.
- Introduction to AI: What is artificial intelligence? How is it used in education?
- Discussion on EU Priorities: Exploring the European Union’s focus on special education and digital transformation.
Day 2:
- Creating Personalized Learning Experiences for SEN Students: Analyzing individual needs and developing appropriate strategies.
- Using AI for Custom Learning Materials: Implementing AI-driven tools like speech assistants, text-to-speech systems, and translation tools.
- Group Work: Participants design simple AI-assisted teaching materials.
Day 3:
- Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusion in Special Education: Adapting AI for students with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments.
- Ethical Considerations in AI-based Special Education: Privacy, data security, and algorithmic biases.
- Case Studies: Examining successful AI applications in special education.
Day 4:
- Developing Strategic Plans for AI Integration in Special Education: Steps for institutional transformation and digital integration.
- Improving Educators’ AI Skills: Technical skills and pedagogical approaches for AI-supported teaching.
- Panel Discussion: “The Future of AI in Special Education”—experts and participants share experiences and insights.
Day 5:
- Final Assessment Test: Evaluating participants’ knowledge and skills through scenario-based questions.
- Group Presentations: Participants showcase their AI-based projects, explain how they work, and discuss the benefits of their selected AI tools in special education.
- Feedback & Evaluation: Participants provide feedback on the training through surveys to assess strengths and areas for improvement.
- Europass Certificate Ceremony.