Testing Robots to Aid Kids with Autism

WICHITA — For a group of elementary students at Heartspring, a center for children with autism, robots may be the key to better human interaction.

The students last week danced “Gangnam Style” with a robot, imitating its moves and getting used to its presence.

Teachers at Heartspring hope the benefits of working with the robot go far beyond dancing.

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Tour Guides with Autism Share Passion

SHAKOPEE, Minn. - A new program is helping young adults with autism land a job.

Erik's Minnesota Adventures just launched this summer and hires people with autism to be tour guides at different places across the Twin Cities. Canterbury Park and the Walker Art Center are just two of the places where tours are being offered.