THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING STUDENTS WITH AUTISM

Abstract

This bibliographic review examined the use of educational technologies in teaching students with autism spectrum disorder. The central research problem addressed the effectiveness of these technologies and how they can be integrated into current pedagogical practices to benefit this specific audience. The main objective was to analyze the application of assistive and digital technologies in the educational process of these students, highlighting the effectiveness of these tools in supporting learning and inclusion. The methodology used was the bibliographic review, with data collection from academic articles, theses, and dissertations that discussed the implementation and results of using technologies in the educational context for autism. The results indicated that technologies such as augmentative communication software, adaptive mobile devices, and virtual reality significantly contribute to the development of communicative and social skills, in addition to promoting personalized teaching. The conclusions highlighted the need for further studies to assess the systematic implementation of these technologies and the importance of training educators to maximize their potential.