Research
On October 2, 2023, our Erasmus + project Green ASC VET, also known as Metautism, with a duration of three years. The aim of the project is to promote inclusive employment opportunities for people on the autism spectrum. This is achieved through tailored vocational education and training measures, whereby augmented reality reality technologies (XR) play a central role. The project brings together partners from different European countries and receives financial support from the Erasmus+ program of the European Union.
The consortium that develops and implements the objectives of this project, is made up of:
Associate Partners
Associated partners of the project are the NGO Plavi cvijet (Croatia) and SRH BBW Neckargemünd GmbH (Germany).
All project activities focus on the individual needs of autistic people in the context of vocational education and training. This includes choosing a career, completing vocational training, and actively integrating into the labour market. Our goal is to create a fair environment in which equality is firmly established as a fundamental principle. This includes equal rights in the application process, access to long-term employment, and fair working conditions and wages. The use of XR technologies enables autistic people to choose their career and develop skills using simulators before entering the real labour market. In addition to the individual benefits, XR training also has positive environmental impacts.
Main objectives of the project
- Development of modern career counseling and skills training programs for people with autism Designing ongoing professional training programs for teachers and trainers in the field of vocational training
- Integration of XR technologies and 360-degree videos to support self-directed career and educational pathways
- At the same time, we are conducting an awareness-raising campaign to increase public perception and employers' attitudes towards the employment of people with autism. positively influence.
Results of the project
- WP2 - Teachers’ competences in green ASC vocational education and training
Analysis of completed surveys and work in focus groups
Identification of Units of Competence and Key Tasks for Teachers and Trainers
Development of a framework curriculum for the training of teachers and trainers - WP3 - XR for Career Guidance for People with Autism
Identifying industries and sectors that are open to employing people with autism
Development of 15 scenarios to support career choice - WP4 - XR Vocational Education and Training for People with Autism
Selection of Suitable Simulators for Skills Training
Optimizing an Interactive Skills Training Program - WP5 - Awareness campaign “Include me, I can do it”
Creating a Climate for the Inclusive Employment of Autistic People
Development of materials to disseminate the project results
