INCREASING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ONLINE LEARNING FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AT SLB NEGERI 2 DENPASAR

Abstract

Adaptation of direct, face-to-face, or offline learning process that transforms into online learning requires the right adjustments. This study aimed to analyze the efforts of increasing the fffectiveness of online learning for students with special needs at SLB Negeri 2 Denpasar. One of the targets of this research was to find out the efforts made by teachers in implementing effective online learning. This study analysed the best methods used in online learning to improve learning outcomes and learning motivation of children with special needs at SLB Negeri Denpasar. The primary data were obtained from evaluation results. While secondary data were collected from observations and interviews from all education stakeholders to find out the efforts made by teachers in implementing effective online learning with qualitative analysis. Based on the results of the interviews, it was found that various efforts that can be made are: (1) using an easy online application, (2) providing simple and concrete learning content, (3) applying discipline, (4) providing icebreaking, (5) using the right methods and approaches. The implication of that effort is students can learn more effectively by increasing their understanding in learning materials