In Malaysia, the number of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or neurological differences has increased dramatically. According to autism statistics, 1.6 out of 1000 Malaysian children have been identified as on the spectrum, and the figures keep increasing with an established prevailing rate of 1-2% globally. Alongside this, the biggest challenge for individuals with ASD is to be independent and get jobs after schooling. Furthermore, ASD students are facing serious insufficient practice/enhancement materials after school hours and guidebooks for parents/caregivers to enhance their living/vocational skills at home.
The Challenge: In response to the aforesaid gap and to decipher the myriad of potential uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as assistive educational technology, how AI can help ASD in learning?