The development of spatial orientation in children 5-6 years old with visual impairment

Abstract

Relevance. At the present stage, despite a significant amount of research and various methodological developments, the problem of the development of spatial orientation in children aged 5-6 years with visual impairment remains relevant. The age period of pre-school and junior schoolchildren is called the "golden age", referring to the rate of development of coordination abilities. To develop coordination abilities, we recommend using: multicolored cubes, gymnastic sticks, ropes, balls of different colors and sizes: small, medium (including "sound balls") and large balls. When conducting classes, we recommend using methodological techniques based on motor activity.

The aim is to determine the mechanisms of spatial orientation development in children with visual impairments.

Organization and methods of research. Visual impairment has a negative effect on the overall physical development of children and their health. In children with visual pathology, there is a significant lag in physical development, and the ability to assess and regulate spatiotemporal and dynamic parameters is significantly reduced.

The results of the study and their discussion. The main factor in the development of orientation in the classroom is the gradual dynamic introduction of more complex exercises into classes.

Conclusions. When conducting classes, it is necessary to focus on the assessment of indicators of such parameters as speed of motor reaction, orientation in space, dexterity, which are most significant in the development of orientation in space.