On May 22, 2025, a meeting of the scientific circle "Special Child" of the Department of Special and Inclusive Education of the Educational Scientific Institute of Physical Culture, Sports and Special Education was held, which this year became a finalist in the competition of scientific circles of the Ushinsky University.
The meeting was held by the head of the scientific circle, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor Nachynova Olena Vasylivna, who has been training specialists in the field of special education for many years.
The central event of the meeting was the report of Krasovska Kateryna, a graduate of the second level of higher education, who presented the results of a scientific study on the topic: "The use of artificial intelligence and computer technologies in the educational process with children with special educational needs."
Of particular interest was the demonstration of modern 3D glasses, their functionality, as well as a description of the author's methodology for using these tools in the educational environment. Participants had the opportunity to analyze the conditions for using digital innovations and discuss the potential of such technologies to improve educational inclusion.
The meeting was held in a mixed format, in particular, first-level higher education students were present in the classroom, and second-level (master's) students joined remotely. This format ensured the involvement of a wide audience and active interaction.
During the discussion, students made proposals for the practical implementation of the research in the educational environment. They considered the ethical, pedagogical and technological aspects of using modern technologies in inclusive education.
The effectiveness of the event was assessed by an expert commission consisting of representatives of the scientific sector of Ushynsky University, namely, Vice-Rector for Scientific Work, Professor Muzychenko G. V., Associate Professor Lystopad O. A., Associate Professor Kerdivar N. I., and representatives of the student community Konyeva S. O. and Levenets M. Yu.
The event demonstrated a high level of scientific activity, the relevance of the research topic, as well as the coordinated work of the circle participants. It not only summarized the achievements of the students, but also set new guidelines for further research and practical activities in the field of inclusive education.