Authors :
Dr. Ghouse Mohiyaddin Sharif; Dr. Jayashree Rajendran; Mutahar Hussain Kazim; Mohammed Taslim Noor
Volume/Issue :
Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 5 - May
Google Scholar :
https://tinyurl.com/5e8u33xx
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25may1274
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Abstract :
Access to quality education is a basic human right, yet students with disabilities continue to face systemic barriers,
especially in STEM fields where traditional teaching methods often fail to meet diverse learning needs. This study explores
how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform STEM education for students with special needs by enabling personalized,
adaptive, and inclusive learning experiences. Through a mixed-method approach involving educators and students, the
research assesses the impact of AI tools on student engagement, skill development, and academic performance. It also
examines key challenges, including limited teacher training, resource constraints, and ethical concerns such as data privacy
and algorithmic bias. The findings underscore that, when implemented responsibly, AI has the potential to bridge
educational gaps and empower all learners, especially those historically marginalized—while preserving the essential role
of educators and upholding ethical standards. This study offers practical insights and recommendations to guide the
equitable and effective integration of AI in special education classrooms.
Keywords :
Artificial Intelligence (AI), STEM Education, Special Needs Education, Inclusive Learning, Personalized Learning, Adaptive Learning Technologies, Educational Equity, Human-AI Collaboration.
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Access to quality education is a basic human right, yet students with disabilities continue to face systemic barriers,
especially in STEM fields where traditional teaching methods often fail to meet diverse learning needs. This study explores
how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform STEM education for students with special needs by enabling personalized,
adaptive, and inclusive learning experiences. Through a mixed-method approach involving educators and students, the
research assesses the impact of AI tools on student engagement, skill development, and academic performance. It also
examines key challenges, including limited teacher training, resource constraints, and ethical concerns such as data privacy
and algorithmic bias. The findings underscore that, when implemented responsibly, AI has the potential to bridge
educational gaps and empower all learners, especially those historically marginalized—while preserving the essential role
of educators and upholding ethical standards. This study offers practical insights and recommendations to guide the
equitable and effective integration of AI in special education classrooms.
Keywords :
Artificial Intelligence (AI), STEM Education, Special Needs Education, Inclusive Learning, Personalized Learning, Adaptive Learning Technologies, Educational Equity, Human-AI Collaboration.
