INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (ICT) IN TEACHING AND LEARNING PROCESS OF STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

In this paper, we present a theoretical analysis of the use of information technology and communication (ICT) in teaching and learning process of students with special needs. Specifically, the analysis shows the potential of ICT in teaching and learning process of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). From various investigations that collect educational experiences conducted with these students, we indicate the results obtained that show evidence of the benefits of ICT in teaching these people. In this sense, we define some of the features of ICT that make them an aid for the education of students with ASD. Next, we show how one of the main applications of ICT use in teaching these students is specified in the use of educational software. Next, we present the characteristics required of educational software adapted for students with ASD and, finally, we present examples of existing educational software for these students and can be applied at school, with the participation of teachers, and the home, with family involvement.