Project-Based Learning and Health-Promoting Lifestyle for Students with Disability in COVID-19

ABSTRACT

Aims This study aimed to identify and describe online learning in Special Schools (SS) and implement Project-Based Learning (PjBL) and Health-promoting lifestyle (HPL) in children with mild to moderate special needs. Materials & Methods The method used in this research is descriptive with the survey method. This study involved 80 special education teachers in Central Java Province, Indonesia. The data was collected through a questionnaire accompanied by 11 questions whose validity was tested through focus group discussions. Data were analyzed qualitatively, collecting data, validating data, tabulating, conveying data, and concluding. Findings The results showed that 96% of SS teachers in Central Java Province admitted implementing online learning for children with special needs. 75% of SS teachers stated that online learning was ineffective and not meaningful. Project-based online learning needs for SS teachers are at a high level of 72% for the very needy and 28% for the needy. Conclusion Online PjBL exercises for children with mild special needs increase critical thinking skills. In contrast, it means increasing activity-based and health-promoting lifestyles for children with intermediate special needs. © 2022, the Authors ;Publishing Rights, ASPI.