Virtual Reality: Unlocking Employment Opportunities for Autistic Adults?

Written by admin on October 17, 2023. Posted in Post.

Sally Whelan – Irish Centre for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Research, University of Galway, Ireland [ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9794-6246c]
Geraldine Leader – Irish Centre for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Research, University of Galway, Ireland [ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8719-0617]

Abstract
This chapter explores the potential for Virtual Reality (VR) technologies to enhance employment opportunities for autistic adults. The Chapter will describe VR, review the research literature and evaluate its potential benefits to autistic people. Examples of VR systems are presented that have been investigated for vocational training, along with the evidence regarding their usability and effectiveness. Recommendations are made for good design practices and future research directions.

Keywords: Autism; ASD; Social Inclusion; Assistive Technology; Vocational Training.

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Cite as: Whelan, S., & Leader, G.(2023). Virtual Reality: Unlocking Employment Opportunities for Autistic Adults?. In C. Sousa, & A.H. Tkaczyk (Eds.), Media Literacy and Assistive Technologies for Empowerment in Autism (pp. 95-108). Edições Universitárias Lusófonas. https://www.doi.org/10.24140/asdigital.v1.p02.04