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International Journal of Computer Applications
Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA
Volume 186 - Number 67
Year of Publication: 2025
Authors: Elena Filipova
10.5120/ijca2025924481

Elena Filipova . Enhancing Educational Accessibility for Visually Impaired Individuals through Artificial Intelligence: Challenges and Opportunities. International Journal of Computer Applications. 186, 67 ( Feb 2025), 25-32. DOI=10.5120/ijca2025924481

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author = { Elena Filipova },
title = { Enhancing Educational Accessibility for Visually Impaired Individuals through Artificial Intelligence: Challenges and Opportunities },
journal = { International Journal of Computer Applications },
issue_date = { Feb 2025 },
volume = { 186 },
number = { 67 },
month = { Feb },
year = { 2025 },
issn = { 0975-8887 },
pages = { 25-32 },
numpages = {9},
url = { https://ijcaonline.org/archives/volume186/number67/enhancing-educational-accessibility-for-visually-impaired-individuals-through-artificial-intelligence-challenges-and-opportunities/ },
doi = { 10.5120/ijca2025924481 },
publisher = {Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA},
address = {New York, USA}
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Abstract

The application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the education of individuals with visual impairments presents innovative solutions to enhance accessibility, learning quality, and social integration. This article explores the role of AI-driven technologies in overcoming barriers faced by people with visual impairments in their educational journeys. Key technologies such as text-to-speech systems, object and scene recognition, navigation tools, and personalized learning platforms are examined in terms of their effectiveness and benefits. AI fosters greater independence by enabling personalized learning experiences and improved access to information, helping visually impaired individuals navigate both physical environments and educational content. However, challenges related to technology costs, accessibility, data privacy, and the ethical implications of AI integration are discussed. The future perspectives emphasize the development of adaptive educational systems tailored to individual needs, offering promising advancements in educational accessibility. Through interdisciplinary research and inclusive design, AI can fully realize its potential as a transformative tool for enhancing education and social integration for individuals with visual impairments.

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Index Terms

Computer Science
Information Sciences
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
People with visual impairments
Educational technologies

Keywords

People with visual impairments Artificial Intelligence Innovative technologies Social inclusion

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