Virtual reality teaches autistic children street crossing
EurekAlert! Mon, 28 Jan 2008 6:28 AM PST
Recent research conducted at the University of Haifa found that children with autism improved their road safety skills after practicing with a unique virtual reality system. "Children with autism rarely have opportunities to experience or to learn to cope with day-to-day situations.
Virtual Reality Teaches Autistic Children to Cross Streets Safely
Newswise Mon, 28 Jan 2008 4:29 AM PST
Recent research conducted in the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of Haifa found that children with autism improved their road safety skills after practicing with a unique virtual reality system.
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28 Jan 2008, 11:07 am
