This $200,000 Project Grant award from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (CFDA 93.433) supports a 3-year initiative at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) to develop and evaluate a virtual reality (VR) job training application for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
The key objectives of the project are to: 1) empower individuals with IDD through tailored technology access and customized job training to enhance their employability; 2) improve vocational training efficiency by providing professionals with advanced job readiness tools; and 3) cultivate an inclusive workplace culture among employers. The anticipated outcomes include enhanced job readiness for individuals with IDD, improved training efficiencies, and stronger community support. The resulting VR application, operational guidelines, and peer-reviewed publications will contribute to enriching the lives of individuals with IDD and their communities.
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