A Robotic Therapy Case Study: Developing Joint Attention Skills With a Student on the Autism Spectrum

The purpose of this article is to describe a possible methodology for developing joint attention skills in students with autism spectrum disorder. Co-robot therapy with the humanoid robot NAO was used to foster a student’s joint attention skill development; 20-min sessions conducted once weekly duri...

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Published in:Journal of educational technology systems 2017-09, Vol.46 (1), p.137-148
Main Authors: Charron, Nancy, Lewis, Lundy, Craig, Michael
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Allied Health Personnel
Attention
Autism
Case Studies
Communication Skills
Diagnostic Tests
Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Robotics
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Therapy
Video Technology
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Summary:The purpose of this article is to describe a possible methodology for developing joint attention skills in students with autism spectrum disorder. Co-robot therapy with the humanoid robot NAO was used to foster a student’s joint attention skill development; 20-min sessions conducted once weekly during the school year were video recorded and analyzed for joint attention. Robot therapy may be a viable method to improve communication skills in individuals identified with autism spectrum disorder. This particular student was clearly motivated by working with a humanoid robot.
ISSN:0047-2395
1541-3810
DOI:10.1177/0047239516687721