AI for ASD

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:

Educating children on a limited budget

A good resource for parents home schooling children or a classroom with low budget:

All in One Home School

Enough resources for a year, a majority of the resources are online. Rather than having a physical product that could wear and tear, playing learning games utilizes technology in a limited or no budget situation. Games like bad ice cream encourage teamwork. What's the difference between reading a physical book and an e-book? Do you prefer one over the other?  What are the pros and cons for the two options?

Nat Geo Educator Certification

 

During lockdown, I've taken the Nat Geo Educator Certification program, I really like their mission to develop explorers for the world.

With the certification program, I had the opportunity to connect with other educators around the world, and learned some valuable skills.

National Geographic Education's mission is to teach kids about the world and how it works, empowering them to succeed and to make it a better place. What is your teaching mission?

With work, family commitment during lockdown, it was a difficult time, but I'm glad there was a deadline, so I can practice the mantra 'It's better done than perfect', otherwise I know I'd spent a lot of time re-recording, re-doing the slides.  During these few weeks, I've learned to make a presentation video with the resources I had.

Capstone Project

Teachers can also join online learning courses to develop their content knowledge, learn new instructional strategies, or even pursue National Geographic Teacher Certification with other teachers from around the country. Most importantly, teachers will soon be able to join the online National Geographic Educator Network. Here, educators can share ideas, celebrate successes, and gain support in their challenges.

Inclusive Education through and with Language

The 21st of February is International Mother Language Day, why not use your students or parents language(s) to greet them this week? Try Google Translator if unsure.

Creative Ideas for using Google Forms

From Professional Development to Report cards, there're ideas for Teachers, Students and Administrator for using Google Forms.

Innovative Ideas for Using Google Forms

Using technology for transition to Primary school

This is how one kindergarten use skype to build connection and aid transition, awesome!

What is Technology?