Can 3D Gamified Simulations Be Valid Vocational Training Tools for Persons with Intellectual Disability?

Abstract

On the basis of this experiment we believe that 3D gamified simulations can be efficient tools to train social and professional skills of persons with intellectual disabilities contributing thus to foster their social inclusion through work.

Studying the effects of computer serious games on people with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder: A systematic literature review

“…Therefore, the effects of SGs for people with ID regarding each conceptual skill cannot be generalized. The SGs for practical skills are mainly focused on daily living (Burke et al, 2014;Freina et al, 2016) and work-related skills (Chang et al, 2011;Kwon & Lee, 2016;von Barnekow et al, 2017). The SGs are addressed to young adults with ID, and it can be concluded that this target audience is preferred for these sets of skills.…”

“…Although in this design phase the end users were not included, a special education professional was involved. A similar approach was followed by von Barnekow et al (2017), in order to design IntegraGame, addressing the appropriate behaviour in a work environment for people with ID.…”

“…Also, the study regarding performing recycling tasks is included, because the feature of problem solving is mainly presented in the study by Chang et al (2014). The SGs for practical skills are mainly focused on daily living (Burke et al, 2014;Freina et al, 2016) and work-related skills (Chang et al, 2011;Kwon & Lee, 2016;von Barnekow et al, 2017). However, the number of studies included in every skill is limited.…”

“…In this approach, the design of the SG that aimed at improving time skills for people with ID began with a brainstorming process, where the learning goals and game elements were defined. A similar approach was followed by von Barnekow et al (2017), in order to design IntegraGame, addressing the appropriate behaviour in a work environment for people with ID. After the usability testing, the design Interpersonal (17 studies document was created, and the production phase began.…”

Technologies Solutions Schemes for Patients’ Rehabilitation

“…The hypothesis of this work, presented by von Barnekow et al [22], is that gamified simulations and serious games can be an effective way of providing this personalized training. Persons with intellectual disability need personalized vocational training to get use to work procedures, be aware of safety protocols and be prepared to handle different situations in the workplace.…”