Invirtua - Avatars for Autism

Avatar Adventure with Raquel Borras of "RAQ The Boat"

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:51:24 +0000

Meeting an interactive avatar in a video for the first time can be a fun and exciting experience for anyone. Check out what happens when Mental Health Advocate Raquel Borras, host of "RAQ The Boat," encounters Kikof, played by Invirtua founder Gary Jesch in her own Avatar Adventure. Part 1 is a recorded conversation with Marley and Part 2 is a follow-up call with Kikof.

Interactive Avatar Engages Child with Autism

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 21:35:03 +0000

In a one-on-one speech-language therapy session an eleven year-old boy on the autism spectrum gets some help from Scotch an interactive avatar created by Invirtua's founder Gary Jesch Jesch is a performance animation artist whose work with virtual characters started in the early '90s in the entertainment corporate special events and trade show industries under the company name CHOPS Assoc Live Animation

Autism Avatars and Alleviating Social Skills Disorders Dudick Mullen TEDxNavesink

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

Humans are social beings having conversations making friendships and communities Social interaction is the key to our happiness By definition children with Autism Spectrum Disorder struggle to be socially appropriate and connected If offered the opportunity to socialize through an avatar we have found that children with ASD are motivated socially This insight has been the impetus behind the creation of SiLAS Socially Interactive Learning Avatar Software for Social Skills Through our presentation Autism Avatars and Alleviating Social Skills Disorders we will explore how avatars give special learners the opportunity to step outside themselves to utilize and practice the skills needed to be successful socially This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community Learn more at a http 3A 2F 2Fted com 2Ftedx a Christopher Dudick is the founder of Small Factory Productions a multimedia and technology studio for children Since its creation in 2007 Small Factory has worked with hundreds of NYC and NJ schools and thousands of students focusing on STEAM based enrichment programs such as Animation Video Game Design 3D Printing and Video Production In 2012 Chris won an Emmy for producing Socially Conscious Cartoons a series of cartoons with socially impactful messages created by kids for kids Previous to starting Small Factory Chris worked on children s shows for Nickelodeon Nicktoons Cartoon Network and AOL Chris current venture SiLAS Solutions is an avatar based software program that alleviates social skills disorders for children on the autistic spectrum Bernadette Mullen MA CCC-SLP is a New Jersey licensed Speech-Language Pathologist Bernadette is a highly qualified in her field and she is a nationally certified member of ASHA holding her Certificate of Clinical Competency She has worked in the field of special education for 35 years She has owned and operated Speech Start a private practice in Hazlet New Jersey for 18 years She has extensive training in the areas of apraxia language based reading disorders autism spectrum disorder behavior management and sensory processing disorders Bernadette s current professional focus is on social skills training programs She is presently curriculum director for SILAS Solutions This program is being implemented in multiple schools throughout the state for the purpose of improving special learners ability to socialize with their peers The program includes both a computer program and a social skills curriculum This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community Learn more at a http 3A 2F 2Fted com 2Ftedx a

AVATAR ADVENTURE - Invirtua's new program

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 00:57:10 +0000

Join Leslie Baldwin of Invirtua and her sidekick Pooch, to see an actual demo of a real Avatar Adventure, where cartoons can interact in real time. This new experience is customized and personalized for autistic children and their parents. It takes place in the home via 30-minute-long video calls at the parents' convenience. For more information - https://invirtua.com/welcome-animation-autism/

Pixar's 'Loop' gives an autistic lead character a powerful voice

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 01:16:20 +0000

In Pixar's newest short Loop all a boy and girl have to do is get in a canoe paddle around a city lake and get back But there's a catch He talks a lot and she doesn't at all He's neurotypical She's on the autism spectrum.

For more info, take a look at this article posted Feb. 4, 2021 - Welcoming Autism into Pixar's World - http://www.thinkingautismguide.....com/2021/02/welcomi

Interactive Live Animation Engages Autistic Child

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 21:34:28 +0000

Boy Meets Interactive Avatar

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

11-year-old Malachi Visbal meets the interactive avatar also named Malachi for the first time at the Webb Center for Communication and Learning in Gardnerville NV The avatar Malachi was designed and created by Gary Jesch of CHOPS Assoc Live Animation using photos of the boy Malachi and a technology from 3D-Avatar-Store com in Los Angeles 3D artist Tom Knight and Jesch tested a new character creation pipeline that yielded this first-ever experience for the young man The live animation technology is called 3D Digital Puppeteer and it enabled children with autism to improve their social and conversational skills by working with therapists to create puppet shows they can perform live for their parents and siblings For more information about Invirtua - a http 3A 2F 2Fanimationforautism com a For more information about CHOPS Assoc Live Animation a http 3A 2F 2Fwww chops com a

8 12 - 5pm - Live Animation Avatar Used to Help Kids With Autism

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

Adam's Reaction to Interactive Avatars for Autism

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

I met Adam Mercier who has Asperger's at the Autism Society National Conference while I was waiting to talk to Gary Jesch from Invirtua Adam loved interacting with the avatars and the entire setup and wished this was available in the '90s when he was growing up

Avatars and Kids with Autism Are Good Combination

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 21:33:25 +0000

Cody learns how to control an avatar in real time with a little help from Gary Jesch founder of Invirtua and his therapists In just a few minutes he was telling jokes and showing some performing skills

RAQVISION'S Raquel Borras Meets Avatar Adventure by Invirtua

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:46:22 +0000

Meeting an interactive avatar in a video for the first time can be a fun and exciting experience for anyone. Check out what happens when Mental Health Advocate Raquel Borras, host of "RAQ The Boat," encounters Marley, played by Invirtua founder Gary Jesch in her own Avatar Adventure. Part 1 is a recorded conversation with Marley and Part 2 is a follow-up call with Kikof.

Autism and Anxiety Part 3 - Webinar Replay

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 01:34:04 +0000

In this third in a three-part series on autism and anxiety, several ideas for understanding anxiety and how parents can develop a toolbox for coping with emotional situations are presented, and how Invirtua’s interactive avatars can help. Also included is a live demo of an Avatar Adventure, featuring Pooch and Leslie Baldwin.

For more information visit our website - https://invirtua.com/what-abou....t-anxiety-and-autism

Invirtua Avatar Helps with Reading

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

Enid Webb MA-CCC-SLP owner of Webb Center for Communication and Learning works with Malachi Visbal to help him with his reading skills using the 3D Digital Puppeteer by Invirtua Performance animation pioneer Gary Jesch is at the controls of Scotch a real-time virtual character who can speak with and hear Malachi and Enid in real time and who can show them words on the screen from his live animation system The 3D Digital Puppeteer system was invented and adapted by Jesch to serve the autism ASD community and is being introduced as a complete turn-key package at the Autism Society 2105 Conference in Denver in July For more information about Invirtua a http 3A 2F 2Fanimationforautism com a For more information about Jesch and CHOPS Assoc Live Animation a http 3A 2F 2Fwww chops com a

Autism And Anxiety Part 1 - Webinar Recording

Thu, 27 May 2021 19:00:50 +0000

Autism and Anxiety Part 1 is a recording of a May 21, 2021 webinar by Gary Jesch and Leslie Baldwin of Invirtua.

Topics covered included anxiety as a block to development and therapy sessions in autistic children, the way that some children get stuck in emotions of overwhelm and fear, and how interactive avatars can serve to distract them and move them to feel more relaxed so that learning can take place.

Gary Jesch did a live demonstration of his company's Avatar Adventure, featuring the avatar called Marley, who interacted with Leslie in real time.

Also mentioned was the idea that puppets have afforded autistic children with reduced anxiety, through shows such as Sesame Street, Mr Rogers and The Muppets. Gary stated that performers of puppets can be just as effective as therapists under certain circumstances.

Leslie showed how parents can sign up for a complimentary session with one of the avatars for a live Avatar Adventure at no cost, through Invirtua's virtual clinic.

For more information, visit Invirtua at https://invirtua.com

Avatar Adventure

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 21:32:41 +0000

Gary Jesch shares videos of Avatar Adventure sessions recorded last summer with Braeden a 15-year-old boy on the autism spectrum Jesch founder of Invirtua shows up in Braeden's

Autism And Anxiety Part 2 - An Invirtua Webinar Video

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 00:48:23 +0000

In this webinar, Part 2 of our series on Autism and Anxiety, Leslie Baldwin helps us understand the role of sensory challenges when it comes to anxiety. She offers several ways that parents can spot and mitigate some of the impact. Invirtua founder Gary Jesch also does a live demo of his interactive Avatar Adventure technology, showing how autistic kids can follow the example of the live experience, in real time.

For more information, visit https://invirtua.com

Animator creates digital avatars for autistic children

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

A new 3D computer system helps make learning and social interactions safe and exciting for children with autism Kristen Skovira reports The Denver Channel 7News brings you the latest trusted news and information for Denver Colorado Mile High and the Rocky Mountains Our mission is to provide useful interesting news and updates on breaking news to people in the Denver metro area all across our beautiful state of Colorado and all over the world For more download the 7News mobile app iPhone a http 3A 2F 2Fbit ly 2FiOS-kmgh a Android a http 3A 2F 2Fbit ly 2Fkmgh-android a

Invirtua Autism and Anxiety Series with Leslie Baldwin

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:35:00 +0000

Autistic children have more at stake when it comes to managing anxiety, explains Invirtua's Leslie Baldwin, in the second of a three part series on Autism and Anxiety. You can watch the entire webinar series and read our articles, by following this link - https://invirtua.com/what-abou....t-anxiety-and-autism

Learning to Play

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 20:55:55 +0000

Play is a very important part of growing it. It helps evaporate fear and anxiety, and leads to improved self-regulation in all children.

For more information, visit our Anxiety and Autism series at https://invirtua.com

Interactive Avatars for Autism Invirtua

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 20:02:36 +0000

Gary Jesch from Invirtua talks about therapy sessions for children with Autism and how therapists can use interactive avatars in their sessions without watering down their methods but at the same time make them more interesting and less boring and unproductive The nice thing about interactive avatars is that they intersect with therapy interventions and integrate with therapeutic approach