Experiences of primary school learners with disabilities in accessing learning materials during Covid-19 in Kampala

Abstract

The major purpose of the study was to explore the experiences of primary school learners’ disabilities in accessing learning materials during COVID-19 pandemic. The specific objectives of the study were: to identify key challenges faced by primary school learners with disabilities in meeting their learning needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, to explore the knowledge of primary school learners with disabilities on available learning resources used during COVID-19 and to understand the coping mechanisms used by primary school learners with disabilities amidst COVID-19.The study employed a qualitative approach in the data collection from 10 participants and analysis process. The study revealed that findings that financial constraints were a barrier in meeting their learning needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study recommends that learners should develop more positive attitude toward education in order to overcome the challenge of negative attitude towards education.