The impact of video games on relationship skills of students with Autism and/or hearing loss

Omar Alawajee

The impact of video games on relationship skills of students with Autism and/or hearing loss

Omar Alawajee

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Abstract

A body of research shows the difficulties faced by children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This presentation aims to provide a better understanding of the role of video games in shaping the relationshipbuilding skills of such children. It adopts a mixed method approach, utilising exploratory questionnaires, experiments, and interviews, and aims to demonstrate the positive influence that games (such as Minecraft) may have on the children’s development.

Original language	English
Publication status	Published - 12 Sept 2016
Event	The Digital Human: Humanities and Social Sciences in the Digital Age - Technology and Innovation Centre, Glasgow, United Kingdom Duration: 12 Sept 2016 → 12 Sept 2016

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Conference	The Digital Human: Humanities and Social Sciences in the Digital Age
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
City	Glasgow
Period	12/09/16 → 12/09/16

Keywords

autism spectrum disorder
video games
relationship skills

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The impact of video games on relationship skills of students with Autism and/or hearing loss

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