Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation · 2012 · 73 citations · 16 references
MedicineSpecial EducationAssistive TechnologyAutism Spectrum DisordersHuman-computer InteractionAssistive DevicesAssistive Technology For EmploymentAssistive Technology UseCognitive Assistive TechnologyEducational SupportsSupported EmploymentAutism Spectrum Disorder InterventionCamerasCommunication Support TechnologiesPersonal Digital AssistantsShared Task ManagementTask ManagementVocational Training
Personal digital assistants (PDAs) offer task management and organizational features that may be utilized to help people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) function more successfully in the workplace. Additionally, onboard video cameras and add-on software applications provide rich opportunities for the implementation of personalized vocational supports for individual workers. This article reports on three cases of workers with ASD who have been trained to use Apple iPod Touch PDAs as vocational supports in the workplace, resulting in improved functional performance and reduced behavioral challenges.
16