We present a study aimed at exploring whether a humanoid robot may improve the effectiveness of educational interventions targeting children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Preliminary results with three preschool children with ASD indicate that interacting with a humanoid robot may facilitate engagement and goal achievement in educational activities.

Exploring the Use of a Humanoid Robot to Engage Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Desideri L.
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Conceptualization
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Malavasi M.;Bonifacci P.
Writing – Review & Editing
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Di Sarro R.
2017

Abstract

We present a study aimed at exploring whether a humanoid robot may improve the effectiveness of educational interventions targeting children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Preliminary results with three preschool children with ASD indicate that interacting with a humanoid robot may facilitate engagement and goal achievement in educational activities.
2017
Desideri L.; Negrini M.; Cutrone M.C.; Rouame A.; Malavasi M.; Hoogerwerf E.-J.; Bonifacci P.; Di Sarro R.
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