Semantic memory in special education students

Abstract

The present study aims to identify the level of semantic memory among students in special classes in schools affiliated with the Dhi Qar Directorate of Education, as well as to determine the level of semantic memory based on gender (male, female). A random sample of 200 students (boys and girls) from special classes in schools under the Dhi Qar Directorate of Education was selected. The Semantic Memory Test developed by (Atiyah & Ibrahim, 2025) was adopted and administered by the researchers after following all scientific procedures and steps. The final version of the test consisted of 80 items.The results showed that, in general, the level of semantic memory among the sample of students in special classes was low, The research sample according to gender variable has the same level of semantic memory.

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