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Area of Science:

  • Disability Studies
  • Educational Psychology
  • Kinesiology Pedagogy

Background:

  • Disability simulations are increasingly used in educational settings.
  • Their effectiveness and ethical implications require critical examination.
  • The perspectives of individuals with disabilities are often missing in their design and implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the lived experiences and meanings ascribed to disability simulations by individuals with disabilities.
  • To understand the pedagogical value and potential pitfalls of these simulations.
  • To investigate the role of ableism in the design and use of disability simulations.

Main Methods:

  • Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) of qualitative data.
  • Data collection through reflective writing, one-on-one interviews, and field notes.
  • Involved seven full-time wheelchair users (3 male, 4 female, aged 28–44).

Main Results:

  • Theme 1: 'Disability Mentors Required' highlighted participants' concerns about their exclusion from simulation design and implementation.
  • Theme 2: 'Life Is Not a Simulation' emphasized the discrepancy between simulated experiences and the realities of living with a disability.
  • Theme 3: 'Why Are They Laughing?' addressed the tension between using 'fun' to engage students and the risk of trivializing the disability experience.

Conclusions:

  • Disability simulations must be developed and implemented with direct input from individuals with disabilities.
  • Representation is crucial to ensure simulations promote deeper pedagogical reflexiveness rather than superficial engagement.
  • Addressing ableism in educational tools is essential for fostering authentic understanding and respect.