EFFECTIVENESS OF DART GAME IN IMPROVING EYE-HAND COORDINATION AMONG CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

This study investigated the effect of a specially designed dart game intervention on improving eye-hand coordination in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Eye-hand coordination challenges are commonly observed in individuals with ASD, affecting their daily activities and social interactions. The present study focused on a sample of five children with ASD to explore the potential benefits of a dart game intervention in addressing their coordination difficulties. The Quantitative measurements and qualitative observation both were applied to assess the effectiveness of the intervention. The intervention involved regular sessions of playing a dart game to target and enhance eye-hand coordination skills. Quantitative assessments included standardized tests and measurements tailored to the unique characteristics of the ASD population, evaluating improvements in precision, accuracy, and reaction time. In addition to this, observation of the participant's engagement with the dart game, documenting changes in motor planning, attention, and overall coordination during the intervention sessions was also made. Preliminary findings suggested a positive correlation between the Dart game intervention and improvement in eye-hand coordination among the participants with ASD. The study contributed to the growing body of literature on interventions for individuals with ASD, offering a novel approach to address specific challenges related to eye-hand coordination.