Improved understanding of dyslexia in university students after watching an instructional video series
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https://doi.org/10.33736/jcshd.7359.2025Keywords:
dyslexia, misconceptions, knowledge, instructional video, multimedia learningAbstract
As the prevalence of dyslexia in educational settings rises, it becomes essential to foster an inclusive higher education environment by understanding this learning difference, enabling university students to better support and interact with affected peers. This study employed a two-phase design to enhance university students’ understanding of dyslexia and to foster a supportive classroom environment. In phase one, the Knowledge and Beliefs about Developmental Dyslexia Scale (KBDDS) was administered to assess undergraduate students' general knowledge regarding symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of dyslexia. Phase two involved an intervention using a series of instructional videos and the film “Taare Zameen Par,” targeted at students scoring below a knowledge threshold. Post-intervention, students significantly increased their understanding of dyslexia (pretest mean: 20.67, SD = 3.33, post-test mean: 27.67, SD = 1.47). The results underscore the efficacy of multimedia educational tools in dispelling misconceptions about dyslexia, highlighting their value in enhancing awareness about dyslexia in university settings. The results highlight the effectiveness of multimedia tools in enhancing students’ understanding of dyslexia.
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