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ENHANCING DIGITAL SKILLS FOR THE DEAF IN LAHORE A STUDY OF TRAINING PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS

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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2023(VIII-II).54      10.31703/gesr.2023(VIII-II).54      Published : Jun 2023

Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness

Abstract

    This research aimed to explore the effectiveness of computer courses offered in different vocational institutes as perceived by persons with hearing impairment (PWHI). The research utilized a quantitative paradigm with a descriptive design. The target population comprised PWHI who had undertaken computer training. A convenience sampling technique was used to collect data from 180 PWHI enrolled in computer courses across four institutions in Lahore, Pakistan. SPSS software-enabled analysis of the data using frequency distributions for demographic information and respondent statements. Findings revealed most participants were satisfied with their acquired knowledge from the training courses, without facing substantial difficulties. Furthermore, respondents conveyed an understanding of the concepts and perceived the skills as beneficial for employment. Responses relating to instruction indicated most instructors used sign language during lessons and provided adequate time for supervised practice. Recommendations from the study advise enhancing course content to include skills to enable earning potential from freelancing.

    Computer Training, Hearing Impairment, Vocational Education, Student Perceptions, Accessibility, Employability, Pakistan

    (1) Khurram Khaliq
    M.Phil. Special Education Graduate & Computer Operator, University of Management & Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (2) Maliha Riaz
    M.Phil. Special Education Graduate & Sign Language Interpreter, University of Management & Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
    (3) Shazia Anwar
    MS Speech Language Pathology, Sign Language Interpreter, Department of Education, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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APA

    APA : Khaliq, K., Riaz, M., & Anwar, S. (2023). Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness. Global Educational Studies Review, VIII(II), 598-613. https://doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2023(VIII-II).54

CHICAGO

    CHICAGO : Khaliq, Khurram, Maliha Riaz, and Shazia Anwar. 2023. "Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness." Global Educational Studies Review, VIII (II): 598-613 doi: 10.31703/gesr.2023(VIII-II).54

HARVARD

    HARVARD : KHALIQ, K., RIAZ, M. & ANWAR, S. 2023. Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness. Global Educational Studies Review, VIII, 598-613.

MHRA

    MHRA : Khaliq, Khurram, Maliha Riaz, and Shazia Anwar. 2023. "Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness." Global Educational Studies Review, VIII: 598-613

MLA

    MLA : Khaliq, Khurram, Maliha Riaz, and Shazia Anwar. "Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness." Global Educational Studies Review, VIII.II (2023): 598-613 Print.

OXFORD

    OXFORD : Khaliq, Khurram, Riaz, Maliha, and Anwar, Shazia (2023), "Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness", Global Educational Studies Review, VIII (II), 598-613

TURABIAN

    TURABIAN : Khaliq, Khurram, Maliha Riaz, and Shazia Anwar. "Enhancing Digital Skills for the Deaf in Lahore: A Study of Training Program Effectiveness." Global Educational Studies Review VIII, no. II (2023): 598-613. https://doi.org/10.31703/gesr.2023(VIII-II).54