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The Use of Assistive Technology on the Social Inclusion and Physical Engagement of Students with Disabilities in Physical Education
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2025-05
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The purpose of this synthesis project is to review the literature on the use of assistive technology on the social inclusion and physical engagement of students with disabilities in physical education. The three main questions that guided this inquiry included: what is the impact of assistive technology on enhancing social inclusion and participation rates of students with disabilities in physical education, what are teachers’ perceptions of using assistive technology in physical education for students with disabilities, and what are barriers that impact the use of assistive technology in physical education? The results of this review of literature revealed that assistive technology enhances social inclusion and physical engagement of students with disabilities in physical education. Trainings for students, teachers, and parents are important, as many lack knowledge and comfortability with using these tools. In addition, students reported increase confidence, motivation, independence and social interaction with their peers when using assistive technology. Findings from this literature review correspond with previous research, strengthening the evidence that assistive technology positively impacts students with disabilities in physical education. Results are similar from other studies promoting inclusion, confidence, and participation for all students. Therefore, with the right support, knowledge, and resources, challenges can be overcome, and assistive technology can be used in physical education settings to help promote inclusion and increase engagement for students with disabilities and their fellow peers.