The application of minecraft in education for children with autism in special schools

The application of minecraft in education for children with autism in special schools

Proceedings of International Conference on Computational Thinking Education 2018

• Mu, Wen Wen The Education University of Hong Kong
• Sin, Kuen Fung The Education University of Hong Kong

• Kong, S. C.

Hong Kong

The Education University of Hong Kong

2018

• E Special Education
  • EG Inclusive Education
• F Learning & Teaching
  • FD Application of Communicative Media, IT in Learning & Teaching

Minecraft Autism Special School

• Hong Kong

• 1997.7 onwards

• Unknown or Unspecified

This paper aims at identifying the use, benefits and challenges of integrating Minecraft in teaching students with autism. Classroom observations, students-created manifests and interviews were conducted in two Chinese-speaking special schools in Hong Kong. It is concluded that Minecraft does have positive impact on how children with ASD learn. Students were more engaged in class, showed improved collaboration and communications skills, developed deeper relationship with their classmates and the teachers, and were more motivated to learn. Some potential challenges and concerns are discussed. Copyright © 2018 The Hong Kong Jockey Club.

• English

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• 9789887703457

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2018-10-03