The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that one in 160 children has an autism spectrum disorder. Children will grow up and eventually entered the workforce, it's critical to help the general public understand the needs of people with ASD, and assisting people with ASD understand the general public and integrate into society.
With technology, creating an individual learning plan for children with ASD becomes more tailored and efficient. There are apps to help autistic child learn using AI. With distance learning in the current environment, apps with AI helps parents complete exercises with their child at home. There're also apps like Brain Power and QTrobot to help with social skills.
"The Speed Cubers" on Netflix share the story of Max Park, I really admire the parents' dedication and helping him find his interest.
With the common norm to improve social skills for children with autism, I think understanding that learning social skills takes time (even for a school child) is important. For children in the spectrum, they just need more time and patience with someone to explain the social concepts. I think the learning focus should be placed on what the individual child do well first (e.g. cognitive, ability to focus), social skills second. I once worked with a child who are genius in programming, with the right environment, people with ASD can thrive and be a valuable part of any community.
Some more positive stories of how using tech help with ASD:
