I am a graduate student at the University of Cincinnati's College of
Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning. As a part of my thesis
research, I am looking for ways to use my background in Graphic
Design/Visual Communication to facilitate social inclusion for children
with disabilities.
I am investigating how to redesign an established board game (e.g.
Candyland/Chutes and Ladders) that will facilitate inclusion in the
family setting among parents and siblings . As an alternative to
redesigning a board game, I am also open to opportunities for designing
visual devices that can help facilitate play, such as helping a child
to initiate play, join play circles, etc.
I would love to hear your feedback on my topic and any issues you have
encountered as a teacher or parent in facilitating play and social
inclusion for children with disabilities. Either in engaging in board
game play with children with disabilities, or observing such play, what
issues have you perceived? Or, what things have you observed that has
prohibited children with disabilities from engaging in play with
typical peers – either being included or initiating play?
Also, if you are aware of any resources or existing studies in this
area, this would be very helpful!
I look forward to hearing your comments!
Sincerely,
Lisa Timman