Physics Education for Blind Students: The Teachers' Perspective

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Abstract

We discuss the challenge high school teachers face when teaching physics to the blind. Using the oral history method, we interview physics teachers who have dealt with the inclusion of blind students in regular classrooms. Based on our study, we find that the performance of these students varies, depending on the studied subject. The narrative makes clear the teachers' lack of preparation to deal with inclusion, and their search for alternative methods to improve blind students' learning.

Authors

  • Amauri Ferreira

    Pontif\'icia Universidade Cat\'olica de Minas Gerais

  • Adriana Dickman

    Pontif\'icia Universidade Cat\'olica de Minas Gerais