"THE THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF THE ERGOTHERAPEUTIC APPROACH IN AN INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT"

This article analyzes the theoretical foundations of the occupational therapy approach within an inclusive educational environment. It highlights the essence of inclusive education, its social, legal, and pedagogical significance, and substantiates the role of occupational therapy in the full integration of children with special educational needs into the learning process. Furthermore, the core principles, tasks, and practical applications of occupational therapy in education are examined. The author explores the development of children's functional capabilities, enhancement of their independence, formation of sensory and motor skills, and adaptation of the school environment through the occupational therapy approach. In conclusion, it is emphasized that an inclusive education system based on occupational therapy fosters not only the academic but also the social and personal development of the child