The Role of Multi-sensory Learning Activities on Iraqi Preparatory School Pupils' Communication
Marwa Yashar Omar
Tikrit University/ College of Education for Women
Madeha Saif Aldeen Saleh
Tikrit University/ College of Education for Women
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25130/Lang.8.10.6
Keywords: Communication, Concept of multi-sensory learning activities, Role of Multi-sensory Learning Activities on Pupils' Communication
Abstract
The research aims to identify how multi-sensory learning activities affect the communication growth of Iraqi preparatory school pupils as well as how those pupils' communication skills evolve in the classroom. Multi-sensory learning activities engage multiple senses (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, tactile) to enhance information processing and retention. By incorporating diverse sensory stimuli, these activities create rich and engaging learning experiences that cater to various learning styles. The research is hypothetical in that, in the posttest for Visual Learning Pupils, posttest for Auditory Learning Pupils, posttest for Kinesthetic Learning Pupils, and posttest for Tactile Learning Pupils communication test, The mean scores of the experimental groups and the control group differ statistically significantly. In the current research, 100 fifth-stage pupils were chosen during the academic year 2023–2024 from Aghalar Preparatory School for Boys. Every group is equal in terms of age and parents' level of education.
The researcher statistically analyzed the data collected from the four post-test outcomes using one-way, two-way, three-way, and four-way ANOVA (analysis of variance) to gauge the pupils' post-test communication. Multi-sensory learning activities are more successful than using the traditional approach for communication, The results demonstrate a statistically significant difference in mean scores between the experimental groups and the control group. Concluding remarks, suggestions for more research, and recommendations complete the research.
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