ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES AND SCHOOL INCLUSION: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN BASIC EDUCATION

Abstract

The study addressed the challenges and opportunities of using assistive technologies in school inclusion in basic education, seeking to understand how these resources could be integrated into the school environment to promote the learning of students with disabilities. The objective was to analyze the impacts of assistive technologies on teaching, identifying barriers and proposing strategies to overcome them. The research was developed through a bibliographic review, with qualitative analysis of academic studies and relevant documents. The results indicated that assistive technologies have the potential to transform the educational process, favoring the development of academic and social skills. However, significant obstacles were identified, such as inadequate infrastructure, insufficient teacher training and high associated costs, which limit its application in schools. The analysis highlighted the importance of integrated actions involving investments in infrastructure, teacher training and public policies that prioritize inclusion. In the final considerations, it was concluded that, although advances have been observed, it is necessary to expand research on the subject, with emphasis on sustainable implementation practices and long-term strategies to expand access to assistive technologies and ensure inclusive education.