Current technological advancements have introduced a new perspective in facilitating optimal learning for individuals. The presence of audiobooks as a learning medium is anticipated to ease the process for blind students in accessing a greater volume of material and achieving enhanced accessibility. Previous studies have not extensively explored the role of audiobooks for blind students despite the potential of this medium as a driving factor for their success in learning. A descriptive phenomenological study was employed to investigate the experiences of blind students in using audiobooks as a supporting learning media. Two blind students, actively engaged in distance learning programs, participated in this research. Through thematic analysis, the findings revealed that audiobooks can indeed serve as an effective tool for them to access diverse and directed learning resources. However, specific considerations, such as accessible features and the dynamic nature of audiobook narrations, which need to align with the content, must be taken into account during implementation.

Authors:
Jaka Warsihna, Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia
Zulmi Ramdani, UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, Indonesia
Andi Amri, Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof.Dr.Hamka, Indonesia
Fauzy Rahman Kosasih, Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia

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Dr. Jaka Warsihna is a University Associate Professor/Senior Lecturer at Universitas Terbuka Jakarta in Indonesia

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