An Approach to Developing Speech Skills in Children Through the Integration of Virtual Tours in Education
In recent years, the use of innovative technologies to support the education and therapy of children with communicative disorders has gained significant interest. Interactive computer-based approaches have proven effective in improving speech and social skills while offering engaging methods for learning. Among these, virtual tours stand out as a promising concept that combines traditional therapeutic practices with technological solutions. They create controlled environments where children can practice speech and language skills in a safe, interactive, and playful setting. Additionally, these environments integrate visual feedback and personalized exercises, boosting children's motivation and engagement. This article explores the advantages of virtual tours as a method for developing speech skills and presents a model for designing lessons using this approach. Key aspects include content selection, gamified elements, and exercise adaptation to children's individual needs. The proposed approach leverages modern educational technologies to improve the quality of education and therapy, combining evidence-based practices with innovation. The article provides a comprehensive overview of virtual tours in education and therapy, offering practical guidelines for their implementation, particularly for preschool children with communicative disorders.
Authors
- S. Stoev (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7574-2058)
- Iva Kostadinova (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1600-5477)
- Katia Rasheva-Yordanova (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5859-9114)
- George Dimitrov (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9925-9025)
- Rositsa Dimitrova
Institutions
- University of Library Studies and Information Technologies (BG)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2025-06-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/mipro65660.2025.11131786
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Innovations in Education and Learning Technologies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 3.25