Funded by the Erasmus+ Programme, Schools Sector
Project: AiM
Duration: 24 months
Start Date: 01.11.2024
End Date: 31.10.2026
AiM is an innovative project aiming to create pioneering tools for fuller inclusion of students (ages 8-13) on the autism spectrum in the educational process.
Specifically, the project aims to:
– Promote a more inclusive learning environment for children on the autism spectrum
– Empower children with autism and their families by encouraging their independence and developing their social skills, personal skills, as well as their mental and physical well-being
– Encourage continuous professional development of teachers while supporting plans for the digital transformation of education
– Promote transnational cooperation and raise awareness of human rights
Initially, project partners will hold innovative forums to identify existing gaps and develop targeted training resources. Then, international AiM program ambassadors will be trained during cross-border mobility, who will conduct national seminars. The resource set will also include interactive workshops for students with autism. Dissemination activities such as Open Days and fairs are planned to increase the project’s reach and engagement of project result users, community stakeholders, and the general public.
As a result, the following materials will be produced:
– VALIDATED PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM for teachers to develop their competencies to support children with autism and their families
– AiM EDUCATIONAL PACKAGE TO SUPPORT CHILDREN WITH AUTISM and their families through VR and other GAMES aimed at their physical and mental well-being
– RECOMMENDATIONS to improve inclusion and accessibility for learners with autism
The lead organization of the project is the University of Lodz, Poland, through the Voxel research laboratory, which unites academic staff from various faculties to develop innovative solutions such as VR/AR/MR in fields like psychology and special education.
The Regional Directorate of Education of Thessaloniki is the second largest primary education directorate in Greece, responsible for coordinating, complementing, supporting, and implementing the Ministry’s educational policies.
The Portuguese Association for Developmental Disorders and Autism is a non-governmental organization providing individualized services to people with developmental and autistic disorders and their families, facilitating their autonomy and inclusion. It has 20 years of experience in implementing socio-educational support initiatives.
Emphasys (Cyprus) is a center for education, ICT training, research, and software development, approved by the Cyprus Ministry of Education, with valuable experience in developing digital tools and providing validated professional development courses, especially in inclusion and disabilities.
NARU (Bulgaria) is a non-governmental organization promoting continuous improvement of education quality with a focus on integration and inclusion of all children in Bulgaria, with over 1100 members including teachers, psychologists, speech therapists, and other educational specialists.
HPO (Cyprus) is a consultancy firm in sports, media, and business management, active in recent years in organizing various workshops and seminars aimed at ensuring a healthy lifestyle and mental health for all, regardless of age, origin, or abilities.
Funded by the European Union. The expressed views and opinions belong entirely to their authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the European Union or the Foundation for the Development of the Education System, Poland (FROS). Neither the European Union nor FROS is responsible for them.
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