Researchers are using VR to understand autism.(Media)

Training programs have been created with the use of augmented reality technologies to help educators understand their students, providing better learning experiences. A team at the University of Malta tackled this challenge by creating a VR application which mimics the experience of an autistic child in a classroom utilizing audio/visual tricks to help teachers understand the children’s thoughts and reactions better. The end goal is by creating this augmented experience a teacher can be in the child’s shoes and feel empathy for the situation. The team focused on portraying different characteristics of autism to give teachers an idea of what to do and what not to do depending on the behavioral encounter. They hope to eventually make versions of the app which can be accessible in homes to parents and family members to improve quality of life.

Researchers are using VR to understand autism. (2018, April 19). Retrieved July 20, 2019, from Next Nature Network website: https://www.nextnature.net/2018/04/using-vr-to-understand-autism/