Exploring an Immersive AR/VR Pedagogical Approach: Experiential Learning for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Education
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International Journal of Recent Engineering Science (IJRES) |  |
| © 2024 by IJRES Journal | ||
| Volume-11 Issue-3 |
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| Year of Publication : 2024 | ||
| Authors : Amitkumar Manekar, Vedant Gade, Rutuja Unhale, Harshit Manker, Riya Dhole |
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| DOI : 10.14445/23497157/IJRES-V11I3P111 |
How to Cite?
Amitkumar Manekar, Vedant Gade, Rutuja Unhale, Harshit Manker, Riya Dhole, "Exploring an Immersive AR/VR Pedagogical Approach: Experiential Learning for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Education," International Journal of Recent Engineering Science, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 103-108, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23497157/IJRES-V11I3P111
Abstract
There is a rising incidence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), posing significant challenges for the educational system in adequately catering to the needs of students with autism. It is estimated that approximately 1% of the global population, equivalent to 75 million people worldwide, are diagnosed with ASD. This translates to roughly 1 in every 100 children being affected by autism. Research suggests that a combination of genetic and environmental factors contributes to the development of autism in children. While there is growing awareness surrounding ASD in certain regions, there remains a pressing need for ongoing advancements in autism education. The objective of this research project is to explore how a novel pedagogical technique may be used to address the particular difficulties faced by students with ASD in classroom environments. One potential tactic is experiential learning, which stresses interactive, hands-on activities that immerse students in real-world situations to improve knowledge and skill development. The present study analyzes the impact of developing an autistic learning center on learning methods, student engagement, and academic outcomes among ASD learners through an extensive analysis that makes use of both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The results highlight the critical role that the autism learning hub plays in promoting social engagement, inclusion, and better learning outcomes for people with autism in regular classroom settings. This study adds insightful information to the growing corpus of research on inclusive education by providing insightful information on practical methods for assisting children with ASD in a variety of educational environments.
Keywords
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Immersive learning, effective learning, Inclusive environment, Education, Pedagogical approach, Experiential learning.
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