The development of new technologies and their expanding use in a wide range of
educational environments are driving the transformation of higher education. Assistive …

Background Immersive virtual reality (IVR) has been investigated as a tool for treating
psychiatric conditions. In particular, the practical nature of IVR, by offering a doing instead of …

The main objective of this work is to determine whether social networks can be used to
improve self-management skills in people with Intellectual or Developmental Disability (IDD) …

The purpose of this chapter is to provide an overarching review of the factors that will
influence the development of a future research agenda; the kinds of issues or challenges …

In Chapter 1 I noted that there was a call from both policy actors and researchers for more
user involvement in the design of assistive technologies (ATs). Those making such calls …

There is a lack of unified, standardised measures for cognitive decline in individuals with
intellectual disabilities (ID), despite the fact that they can experience cognitive decline earlier …

This paper describes a pilot study conducted at the University of Macerata, within the project
Inclusion 3.0. It aims to explore the possibility of using high-fidelity prototyping in a virtual …

The integration of the Metaverse in higher education transforms pedagogies and fosters
entrepreneurial prospects. This chapter explores the Metaverse's influence on education …

Immersive virtual environments represent a great opportunity for museums to enhance
visitor experience through edutainment. However, to provide an enjoyable entertainment …