This article details the study of technical applications in Art Therapy for adults with developmental disabilities. The author goes into great detail regarding the technology used in the study, the digital applications used in the assessments and the response of the subjects.
According to this study, there are five notable advantages derived from using technology in Art Therapy for adults with developmental issues:
- No mess and easy clean up.
- Choice. Participants had access to a wide variety of digital tools with which to make their projects.
- Music was readily available and made for a more conducive working environment
- Cognitive development resulted from the use on touch screen devices (motor skills) and memory recall.
- Reflection and collaboration.
- Step-by-Step instruction enhanced daily routines.
As a Digital Art Teacher I was quite interested in the results of this study. I am familiar with the advantages/limitations to using technology in the classroom. Some of my students are engaged through the use of tech, while others struggle with the very nature of the course. Its an issue I'm sure I will struggle with for many years to come. This article was helpful in confirming some of the issues I encounter everyday, and provided some insight into the thinking of these challenged learners.
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