Enhancing Inclusive Pedagogy: The Role of Instructional Materials in Supporting Learners with Visual Impairments in Government Bilingual High School, Mendong, Yaoundé 6 Subdivision, Cameroon
Sr No:
Page No:
44-49
Language:
English
Authors:
Delphine Embi Achuo*, Maingari Daouda, Ntamnchia Lawrence
Received:
2025-10-20
Accepted:
2025-12-02
Published Date:
2025-12-13
Abstract:
Inclusive education has emerged as a global priority, yet learners with visual
impairments continue to face systemic barriers in mainstream classrooms, particularly in SubSaharan Africa. This study investigates the role of inclusive instructional materials in shaping
pedagogy and learner engagement within Cameroon’s bilingual secondary education system,
focusing on Government Bilingual High School, Mendong. A mixed methods design was
employed, combining classroom observations, semi-structured teacher interviews, and learner
surveys. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlation measures,
while qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis.
Findings reveal that audio resources (78% availability) and teacher-produced aids (65%) are the
most accessible and strongly correlated with learner engagement (r = +0.72 and +0.68) and
teacher satisfaction. In contrast, Braille textbooks (32%) and tactile graphics (28%) remain
scarce, with weaker correlations to engagement (r = +0.41 and +0.39), limiting independent
study and equitable participation. Assistive technologies demonstrate moderate availability
(40%) and potential impact, though teachers report insufficient training to integrate them
effectively. Qualitative insights highlight challenges, including resource scarcity, high costs,
bilingual adaptation difficulties, and time constraints in producing improvised aids.
The study confirms that the availability of inclusive instructional materials enhances learner
engagement and teacher effectiveness, while scarcity perpetuates exclusion. It underscores the
need for systemic investment, teacher training, and integration of assistive technologies. By
aligning with Cameroon’s Vision 2035 and international commitments under the CRPD and
SDG4, the findings provide actionable recommendations for strengthening inclusive pedagogy
and advancing equitable education for learners with visual impairments.
Keywords:
Inclusive education; Inclusive pedagogy, instructional materials; visual impairments; Bilingual secondary schools; Cameroon;