SOCIALIZATION OF CHILDREN WITH MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS BY MEANS OF GAME TECHNOLOGIES IN THE CORRECTIONAL AND PEDAGOGICAL PROCESS

Abstract

The article reveals the theoretical and practical aspects of the socialization of children with musculoskeletal disorders within the framework of the correctional and pedagogical process. The scientific approaches to defining the essence of socialization in the context of special education are analyzed, and the pedagogical potential of using play-based technologies as an effective means of integrating children into the sociocultural environment is identified. It is substantiated that play activity serves as a powerful factor in the development of communicative competence, the formation of a positive self-concept, and the improvement of cooperation and interaction skills within a peer group. The study demonstrates that the application of various types of games (motor, role-playing, and story-based didactic games) enhances cognitive activity, stimulates the emotional and volitional spheres, and fosters a positive attitude of children toward learning and communication. In the course of the research, the concept of “socialization of children with musculoskeletal disorders” was clarified as a dynamic process of mastering social norms, roles, and behavior patterns aimed at developing self-regulation and social responsibility. The pedagogical conditions for the effective implementation of play technologies are determined, including consideration of individual abilities, creation of an emotionally safe environment, integration of play elements with corrective exercises, and interdisciplinary cooperation of specialists. The obtained results confirm that the purposeful use of play technologies in the system of correctional and pedagogical work is an essential prerequisite for the successful social adaptation and integration of children with musculoskeletal disorders into society.