Effect of an Educational Approach Using Various Methods to Learn Some Basic Skills for Deaf and Mute Futsal Players

Abstract

Objectives. This research aims to design an educational approach that utilizes various teaching methods to assist deaf and mute individuals in learning fundamental futsal skills. Additionally, the study seeks to determine the effectiveness of the proposed educational approach in improving the basic futsal skills among deaf and mute players, thereby contributing to the development of more inclusive sports education programs.

 Materials and Methods. The researcher employed the experimental method, utilizing a two-group design consisting of an experimental group and a control group, both subjected to pre-test and post-test assessments. The research sample included 20 players from the Paralympic Committee in Maysan Governorate who participated in futsal during the 2021–2022 season. The participants were selected deliberately and randomly and divided equally into two groups, each containing 10 players. The experimental group was trained using the specially designed educational approach with varied teaching methods, while the control group continued with traditional methods of instruction. Data were collected before and after the intervention to measure improvements in basic futsal skills.

Results. The results demonstrated that the educational approach utilizing various methods had a significant positive impact on the learning and development of basic futsal skills among deaf and mute individuals. Both the experimental and control groups showed improvements in the post-test results compared to the pre-tests; however, the experimental group outperformed the control group in all physical and skill variables, indicating the superior effectiveness of the diverse educational methods employed in the experimental training program.

 Conclusion. In conclusion, the educational approach based on diverse teaching methods proved highly effective in enhancing the learning process and improving the basic futsal skills of deaf and mute players. The findings revealed that players in the experimental group achieved greater progress across all tested variables compared to those in the control group. These results support the adoption of varied and inclusive teaching strategies in sports education for individuals with hearing and speech impairments.