Integration of Technology in Special Education: Enhancing Institutional Effectiveness through AI-Driven Assessment and 360-Degree Evaluation-A Case Study of Proyash Institute of Special Education, Bangladesh
Col Md Altaf Ali, psc
Executive Director and Principal, Proyash Institute of Special Education and Research (PISER), Dhaka Cantonment, Dhaka-1206, Bangladesh
PISER JOURNAL | Volume 2 | Issue 1 | 2025
Abstract
The rapid integration of technology in education has revolutionized teaching and learning worldwide, yet its transformative potential in special education remains underexplored in the context of developing countries such as Bangladesh. This study investigates how technology can enhance institutional effectiveness through two flagship initiatives of Proyash Institute of Special Education and Research (PISER): A 360-degree evaluation system for teachers and service providers, and a tailored AI-driven assessment and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) generation model currently under development. Using a mixed-method design, data were collected from 195 teachers, 390 parents, and 65 administrative staff. Quantitative results revealed that the digital feedback system improved accountability, transparency, and professional growth. Qualitative insights highlighted increased collaboration and evidence-based decisionmaking. Conceptually, the AI model integrating multidisciplinary assessment data and predictive analytics has the potential to streamline student progress monitoring and personalize interventions. The paper concludes that when coupled with visionary leadership, such technologies can bridge gaps in inclusive education, foster equity, and redefine institutional excellence.
Keywords: Special Education, Bangladesh, 360-Degree Evaluation System, AI-Driven Assessment, Individualized Education Plan (IEP), Institutional Effectiveness, Inclusive Education.
