Surprising Performances of Students with Autism in Classroom with NAO Robot

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2407.12014v1
• Date: Thu, 27 Jun 2024 01:04:58 GMT
• Title: Surprising Performances of Students with Autism in Classroom with NAO Robot
• Authors: Qin Yang, Huan Lu, Dandan Liang, Shengrong Gong, Huanghao Feng,
• Abstract summary: This paper describes the design and implementation of a group experiment in a collective classroom setting mediated by the NAO robot. Students in classrooms equipped with the NAO robot exhibited notably better performance compared to those in regular classrooms. Our preliminary findings indicate that the NAO robot significantly enhances focus and classroom engagement among students with ASD.
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• Abstract: Autism is a developmental disorder that manifests in early childhood and persists throughout life, profoundly affecting social behavior and hindering the acquisition of learning and social skills in those diagnosed. As technological advancements progress, an increasing array of technologies is being utilized to support the education of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), aiming to improve their educational outcomes and social capabilities. Numerous studies on autism intervention have highlighted the effectiveness of social robots in behavioral treatments. However, research on the integration of social robots into classroom settings for children with autism remains sparse. This paper describes the design and implementation of a group experiment in a collective classroom setting mediated by the NAO robot. The experiment involved special education teachers and the NAO robot collaboratively conducting classroom activities, aiming to foster a dynamic learning environment through interactions among teachers, the robot, and students. Conducted in a special education school, this experiment served as a foundational study in anticipation of extended robot-assisted classroom sessions. Data from the experiment suggest that ASD students in classrooms equipped with the NAO robot exhibited notably better performance compared to those in regular classrooms. The humanoid features and body language of the NAO robot captivated the students' attention, particularly during talent shows and command tasks, where students demonstrated heightened engagement and a decrease in stereotypical repetitive behaviors and irrelevant minor movements commonly observed in regular settings. Our preliminary findings indicate that the NAO robot significantly enhances focus and classroom engagement among students with ASD, potentially improving educational performance and fostering better social behaviors.

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