Document Type
Presentation -- MUSC Only
Publication Date
2024
Faculty Mentor
Cristina Reyes Smith
Abstract
Introduction: The purpose of this occupational therapy doctoral project is to address the problem of limited access to resources that special education teachers in Nicaragua and other LMICs face by providing access to educational materials on unfamiliar topics. Millions of people all over the world face barriers associated with disabilities. In Nicaragua, there is a lack of child development programs and educational resources. Method: A quality improvement study consisting of quantitative and qualitative data collection determined the effectiveness of the app resource platform Juntos Podemos. Brief REDCap surveys and a focus group gathered teacher feedback about the resource platform. Results: Results were analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The results revealed high satisfaction scores and that teachers agree the app improves their access to resources. All the participants reported they would use the app at least once every month. Conclusion: The results from this study revealed that the app accomplished its purpose of improving teacher access to educational resources in LMICs. The sustainability of the app facilitates future growth and impact for caregivers of children with disabilities and special needs in LMICs.
Recommended Citation
Dempsey, Susan, "Juntos Podemos (Together We Can): A Resource Platform for Special Education Teachers in Latin America" (2024). Entry-Level Occupational Therapy Doctorate - Doctoral Capstone Symposium. 26.
https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/muscotd-elotd/26