Effects of Virtual Reality Properties on User Experience of Individuals with Autism

Bozgeyikli, Lal; Bozgeyikli, Evren; Katkoori, Srinivas; Raij, Andrew; Alqasemi, Redwan

doi:10.1145/3267340

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“…This includes the application of ergonomic principles and human-centered design that maximizes accessibility and involves users and other stakeholders in an iterative development process [35,36]. Concerning virtual worlds, standard UX heuristics remain crucial [37], although some VR-specific components such as sense of control and multimodal interaction warrant additional consideration, as they have been shown to affect UX [38,39] and may be especially important in potential future multiuser scenarios and in users with neurological disorders [40].…”

Section: User Feasibilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Multidimensional Evaluation of Virtual Reality Paradigms in Clinical Neuropsychology: Application of the VR-Check Framework

Krohn¹,

Tromp²,

Quinque³

et al. 2020

J Med Internet Res

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Virtual reality (VR) represents a key technology of the 21st century, attracting substantial interest from a wide range of scientific disciplines. With regard to clinical neuropsychology, a multitude of new VR applications are being developed to overcome the limitations of classical paradigms. Consequently, researchers increasingly face the challenge of systematically evaluating the characteristics and quality of VR applications to design the optimal paradigm for their specific research question and study population. However, the multifaceted character of contemporary VR is not adequately captured by the traditional quality criteria (ie, objectivity, reliability, validity), highlighting the need for an extended paradigm evaluation framework. To address this gap, we propose a multidimensional evaluation framework for VR applications in clinical neuropsychology, summarized as an easy-to-use checklist (VR-Check). This framework rests on 10 main evaluation dimensions encompassing cognitive domain specificity, ecological relevance, technical feasibility, user feasibility, user motivation, task adaptability, performance quantification, immersive capacities, training feasibility, and predictable pitfalls. We show how VR-Check enables systematic and comparative paradigm optimization by illustrating its application in an exemplary research project on the assessment of spatial cognition and executive functions with immersive VR. This application furthermore demonstrates how the framework allows researchers to identify across-domain trade-offs, makes deliberate design decisions explicit, and optimizes the allocation of study resources. Complementing recent approaches to standardize clinical VR studies, the VR-Check framework enables systematic and project-specific paradigm optimization for behavioral and cognitive research in neuropsychology.

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Section: User Feasibilitymentioning

confidence: 99%

Multidimensional Evaluation of Virtual Reality Paradigms in Clinical Neuropsychology: Application of the VR-Check Framework

Krohn¹,

Tromp²,

Quinque³

et al. 2020

J Med Internet Res

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“…Además, se constató que el sistema puede ser una herramienta eficaz para descubrir rápidamente las características y habilidades de un participante y adaptarse a ellas. Asimismo, Bozgeyikli, et al, (2018) exploraron, a través de un sistema de RVI, los efectos en el alumnado con TEA de diversos atributos de las interfaces de usuario para la aceptación de este instrumento, como la fidelidad visual que guarda el entorno virtual con respecto al real, los métodos de instrucción, el zoom de la vista, el desorden y el movimiento. Se llegó a la conclusión que es más conveniente utilizar instrucciones animadas, evitar las instrucciones verbales, utilizar una baja fidelidad visual y un zoom de vista normal, y no utilizar desorden, ni movimiento.…”

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Creación de un entorno de realidad virtual inmersiva para la comunicación e interacción social: estudio piloto en alumnado con trastorno del espectro autista

Lledó

Lorenzo-Lledó‬²,

Carreres³

et al. 2023

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Nowadays, technology occupies a preeminent place in different social spheres. In the educational world, technology and, more specifically, virtual reality can respond to the diversity of students present in the classroom. In this line, the aim of this study is to explore the application of immersive virtual reality to promote communication and social interaction in students with ASD. For this purpose, an immersive virtual reality (IVR) environment has been designed in a classroom where participants are presented with different learning situations in the classroom. The sample consisted of three participants, with whom a pilot study was developed with interaction and social communication activities with the virtual teacher and the NAO robot. The IVR glasses were used for data collection and a questionnaire was designed ad hoc. The results show that the students' attention was attracted to the elements that make up the IVR environment. Likewise, a good acceptance of the IVR device and satisfactory interactions have been observed. In conclusion, it can be stated that the RVI environment has provided realism and remarkable possibilities for interaction En la actualidad, la tecnología ocupa un lugar preminente en los diferentes ámbitos sociales. En el mundo educativo la tecnología y, más concretamente, la realidad virtual puede dar respuesta a la diversidad de alumnado presente en las aulas. En esta línea el objetivo del presente estudio es explorar la aplicación de la realidad virtual inmersiva para favorecer la comunicación e interacción social en alumnado con TEA. Para ello, se ha diseñado un entorno de realidad virtual inmersiva (RVI) de una clase donde a los participantes se les presentan diferentes situaciones de aprendizaje en el aula. La muestra la conformaron tres participantes , con los cuales se desarrolló un estudio piloto con actividades de interacción y comunicación social con la profesora virtual y el robot NAO. Para la recogida de datos se utilizaron las gafas de RVI y se diseñó ad hoc un cuestionario. Los resultados reflejan la captación de la atención del alumnado hacía los elementos que conforman los elementos del entorno de RVI. Asimismo, se ha constatado una buena aceptación del dispositivo de RVI y unas interacciones satisfactorias. A modo de conclusión, cabe afirmar que el entorno de RVI ha proporcionado un realismo y unas posibilidades notables de interacción.

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“…Recent reductions in hardware costs and the potential for increased access have boosted interest in information and communication technologies (ICT) for teaching adaptive skills to individuals with ASD (Beaumont and Sofronoff, 2008; Durkin, 2010; Grynszpan et al , 2014; Knight et al , 2013; Parsons, 2016). People with ASD tend to express a strong affinity for technology (Bozgeyikli et al , 2018) and respond positively to visual stimuli, use of visual cues and instruction that digital interfaces can provide (Reed et al , 2011). ICTs provide opportunities for learning in controlled contexts devoid of nuanced social customs, which individuals with ASD may have challenges navigating (Grynszpan et al , 2014).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The literature points to a number of potential benefits of VR for individuals with ASD such as predictability; structure; customizable task complexity; control; realism; immersion; automation of feedback, assessment, reinforcement; etc. (Bozgeyikli et al , 2018; Bozgeyikli, et al , 2018). In addition to this, VR could increase access to services by overcoming barriers such as distance, cost and limited access to providers (Zhang et al , 2018).…”

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Piloting an adaptive skills virtual reality intervention for adults with autism: findings from user-centered formative design and evaluation

Schmidt

Glaser

2021

JET

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present evaluation findings from a proof-of-concept virtual reality adaptive skills intervention called Virtuoso, designed for adults with autism spectrum disorders. Design/methodology/approach A user-centric usage test was conducted to investigate the acceptability, feasibility, ease-of-use and relevance of Virtuoso to the unique needs of participants, as well as the nature of participants’ user experiences. Findings are presented from the perspectives of expert testers and participant testers with autism. Findings This paper offers findings that suggest Virtuoso is feasible and relevant to the unique needs of the target population, and that user experience was largely positive. Anecdotal evidence of skills transfer is also discussed. Research limitations/implications The research was conducted in limited settings and with a small number of participants. Multiple VR hardware systems were used, and some experienced instability. This could be accounted for in future research by deploying across multiple settings and with a larger number of participants. Some evidence of cybersickness was observed. Future research must carefully consider the trade-offs between VR-based training and cybersickness for this vulnerable population. Originality/value This paper reports on cutting-edge design and development in areas that are under-represented and poorly understood in the literature on virtual reality for individuals with autism.

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Effects of Virtual Reality Properties on User Experience of Individuals with Autism

Cited by 16 publications

References 40 publications

Multidimensional Evaluation of Virtual Reality Paradigms in Clinical Neuropsychology: Application of the VR-Check Framework

Multidimensional Evaluation of Virtual Reality Paradigms in Clinical Neuropsychology: Application of the VR-Check Framework

Creación de un entorno de realidad virtual inmersiva para la comunicación e interacción social: estudio piloto en alumnado con trastorno del espectro autista

Piloting an adaptive skills virtual reality intervention for adults with autism: findings from user-centered formative design and evaluation

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