The Practice of Teaching English to Children with Hearing Impairment in A School for Students with Special Needs in Central Lombok: Challenges and Opportunities

Author(s): Mega Karunia Putri, Muhammad Amin, Yuni Budi Lestari

Institution: Mataram University, Indonesia

Category: Article, IJMMU, Challenge Teacher, English for Young Leanrners, English Teacher

Topics: Hearing Impairment; Challenges; Opportunities

Abstract: This study explores the practice of teaching English to children with hearing impairment in specialized schools in Central Lombok. Through observations, interviews, and document analysis at SLBN 1 Loteng and SLBN 2 Loteng, key findings regarding the challenges and opportunities for teachers were identified. The study highlights the need for specialized training, resource availability, and parental support to enhance the educational experience for students with hearing impairments.