Previous research on the relative benefits of Speech Generating Device (SGD) as Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems (AACs) has indicated controversial results regarding the effectiveness on improving communication skills and vocal production and on decreasing problem behaviors for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The Language Interface for AAC Rehabilitation (LI-AR), is a new type of SGD. Its software creates innovations for teaching social interaction skills. Unlike the most popular SGDs, during the training with LI-AR, the vocal output is fully managed by a communication partner/ therapist. The software is based on Applied Behavior Analysis methodology, and it allows to personalize teaching procedure in an automated way. The study presents the changes in communication skills and speech production reached by a child with ASD, after the LI-AR training. Results show a significant increase in communicative behaviors and a statistically significant improvement in the quality of speech production. © 2020 CEUR-WS. All rights reserved.
LI-AR: An integration of technology and ABA methodology to improve communicative behavior in autism
Rega Angelo;
2020-01-01
Abstract
Previous research on the relative benefits of Speech Generating Device (SGD) as Augmentative and Alternative Communication Systems (AACs) has indicated controversial results regarding the effectiveness on improving communication skills and vocal production and on decreasing problem behaviors for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The Language Interface for AAC Rehabilitation (LI-AR), is a new type of SGD. Its software creates innovations for teaching social interaction skills. Unlike the most popular SGDs, during the training with LI-AR, the vocal output is fully managed by a communication partner/ therapist. The software is based on Applied Behavior Analysis methodology, and it allows to personalize teaching procedure in an automated way. The study presents the changes in communication skills and speech production reached by a child with ASD, after the LI-AR training. Results show a significant increase in communicative behaviors and a statistically significant improvement in the quality of speech production. © 2020 CEUR-WS. All rights reserved.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
