Formation of cognitive interest in younger schoolchildren with severe speech disorders in the process of familiarization with nature

Introduction. The problem and the goal. Studying the essence of cognitive interest makes it possible to discover its importance in the pursuit of acquiring new knowledge, skills and abilities. Students with severe speech disorders (TNR) experience serious difficulties in mastering the educational program in the learning process. Despite the study of various aspects in this category of students, there is a lack of research on their cognitive interest, which determines the relevance of the problem for modern pedagogy. The purpose of the study is to identify the features of cognitive interest in younger schoolchildren with severe speech disorders and the possibility of its formation by means of nature. Research methods. The experiment involved children of primary school age (9 years old) with severe speech disorders in the number of 60 people studying in secondary schools of the Lipetsk region (Russian Federation). In the process of processing the results, Pearson's chi-square criterion was used. KEYWORDS The results of the study. A correctional and developmental complex has been developed aimed at the formation of cognitive interest in younger schoolchildren with severe speech disorders in the process of familiarization with nature. The expediency and importance of integrating a variety of non-traditional forms of learning (quest games, projects, virtual excursions), which enhance cognitive activity and, thus, ensure the development of cognitive interest in primary school children with severe speech disorders, has been experimentally proven. Conclusion. The integration of non-traditional forms of learning (quest games, projects, excursions) in the process of getting to know nature contributes to the formation of cognitive interest among younger students from TNR. The results obtained can be used by speech therapists and primary school teachers of general education and special schools.