Peer Relations and Positive Development in Students with Visual Impairment

Abstract

Purpose: Peer relations is very important to facilitate social development of students. Peer relations also enhance other aspects i.e. societal, emotive and educational capabilities. Peers help each other to develop positively and groom their personality. This study aimed to explore the relationship between peer relations and positive development in students with visual impairment. Students with visual impairment require more understanding peers to adjust in their classroom, school and social setting. Major objective of the study was to identify relationship between peer relation and positive development in students with visual impairment. Design/Methodology/Approach: Correlational research design was used in this study. Students with age range of 15 to 30 years were selected as a population of the study. Sample of the study was selected by using purposive sampling technique. Sample of 80 students with visual impairment was drawn from Punjab province including different educational institutions. Inferential statistical techniques were used to analyze the data. Findings: It was concluded that peer relation was a predictor of positive development for students with visual impairment. Implications/Originality/Value: This study will help to understand the importance of peer relation for the facilitation of positive development in students with visual impairment.

Keywords

• Peer Relations
• Positive Development
• Students with Visual Impairment