Multisensory Training Intervention for Hearing Impaired Children: Preliminary Results of a Pilot Study

Abstract

This paper examines the influence of the Interactive Multisensory Environment (iMSE) on the training of deaf children in comparison to traditional methods. Over a 7-week duration, two groups of deaf children were evaluated and trained, one utilizing the iMSE (Experimental Group) and the other employing a traditional PCbased method (Control Group). The training encompassed four different thematic categories, each with nine associated sounds. The iMSE offered an immersive and dynamic learning experience, while the PC-based method presented stimuli through a desktop computer. Results indicate that the iMSE yielded positive effects on the training outcomes of deaf children, as evidenced by improved performance and engagement. This research sheds light on the potential benefits of innovative multisensory technology in educational settings for children with hearing impairments, offering insights for future educational interventions.