Bridging Technology and Learning: A Case Study on the Role of Augmented Reality in Teaching Daily Life Skills to Individuals with Autism

This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of augmented reality (AR) in teaching daily life skills through video modeling to a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Augmented reality, which integrates digital information with the real world, was used to provide visual prompts and video models while executing a task chain related to personal care and food preparation. The participant demonstrated a moderately significant improvement in both the acquisition and retention of target skills, indicating that AR can be an effective tool to support the learning of daily life skills in individuals with ASD. The effectiveness of video modeling as an instructional method for individuals with ASD has been widely documented in the literature, particularly in facilitating the acquisition of complex skills in educational settings (Wright, Knight, & Barton 2020). Moreover, research on the impact of modeling-based educational programs has shown positive effects on the social and adaptive behaviors of students with autism, suggesting that structured, technology-enhanced interventions can contribute significantly to their development (Alkinj, Pereira & Santos 2022). These findings reinforce the potential of AR as an innovative and evidence-based approach to promoting autonomy in individuals with ASD.