The impact of EC+ as a multimodal support in intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder: a technological alternative.
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| Názov: | The impact of EC+ as a multimodal support in intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder: a technological alternative. |
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| Autori: | Zurita Díaz AJ; Facultad de Psicología y Logopedia, Universidad de Málaga, Málaga, España., Calleja Reina M; Facultad de Psicología y Logopedia, Universidad de Málaga, Málaga, España. |
| Zdroj: | Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology [Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol] 2025 Nov; Vol. 20 (8), pp. 3027-3043. Date of Electronic Publication: 2025 Jun 17. |
| Spôsob vydávania: | Journal Article |
| Jazyk: | English |
| Informácie o časopise: | Publisher: Informa Healthcare Country of Publication: England NLM ID: 101255937 Publication Model: Print-Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1748-3115 (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 17483107 NLM ISO Abbreviation: Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol Subsets: MEDLINE |
| Imprint Name(s): | Publication: London : Informa Healthcare Original Publication: Abingdon, Oxford, UK : Taylor & Francis, c2006- |
| Výrazy zo slovníka MeSH: | Autism Spectrum Disorder*/rehabilitation , Communication Devices for People with Disabilities*, Humans ; Child ; Male ; Female ; Social Interaction ; Social Skills ; Communication |
| Abstrakt: | Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Enhancing Communication Plus (EC+), an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technological support system, in improving communication, social interaction, and behavior in children with Level 3 autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and complex communication needs. The intervention combines EC+ with aided augmented input to enhance expressive and receptive communication. Methods: A quasi-experimental design was conducted over 16 weeks with 18 children aged 6 to 12 diagnosed with Level 3 ASD. Participants engaged in therapy sessions using EC+ within a structured intervention framework. Communication, social skills, and behavioral outcomes were assessed at three evaluation moments using the Vineland-3 scale. Data analysis was performed using SPSS, with statistical tests including repeated-measures ANOVA. Results: Significant improvements were observed across all measured domains. Participants demonstrated enhanced communicative abilities, increased social interaction, and a reduction in disruptive behaviors. The multimodal features of EC+ contributed to engagement and learning, making communication more accessible and intuitive. Conclusion: The findings highlight the potential of EC+ as an effective AAC tool for children with Level 3 ASD. Its multimodal features offer a structured and engaging approach that enhances communication, socialization, and behavior. Future research should explore its comparative effectiveness with other AAC supports and ICT-based tools. |
| Contributed Indexing: | Keywords: Alternative/augmentative communication (AAC); ICT resource; autism spectrum disorders; complex communication needs; speech therapy intervention Local Abstract: [plain-language-summary] EC+ is an innovative AAC technological support developed at the University of Málaga, offering multimodal functions for the entire vocabulary, making it highly beneficial for intervention.The integration of EC+ with aided augmented input provides an effective strategy for improving expressive and receptive communication in children with Level 3 ASD and complex communication needs.The multimodal features of EC+ facilitate greater engagement and interaction, supporting the development of social skills in therapeutic settings.By offering structured and intuitive communication support, EC+ helps decrease disruptive behaviors-related behaviors, promoting more adaptive responses. |
| Entry Date(s): | Date Created: 20250617 Date Completed: 20251118 Latest Revision: 20251118 |
| Update Code: | 20251119 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/17483107.2025.2520881 |
| PMID: | 40526487 |
| Databáza: | MEDLINE |
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Nájsť tento článok vo Web of Science | Abstrakt: | Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Enhancing Communication Plus (EC+), an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) technological support system, in improving communication, social interaction, and behavior in children with Level 3 autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and complex communication needs. The intervention combines EC+ with aided augmented input to enhance expressive and receptive communication.<br />Methods: A quasi-experimental design was conducted over 16 weeks with 18 children aged 6 to 12 diagnosed with Level 3 ASD. Participants engaged in therapy sessions using EC+ within a structured intervention framework. Communication, social skills, and behavioral outcomes were assessed at three evaluation moments using the Vineland-3 scale. Data analysis was performed using SPSS, with statistical tests including repeated-measures ANOVA.<br />Results: Significant improvements were observed across all measured domains. Participants demonstrated enhanced communicative abilities, increased social interaction, and a reduction in disruptive behaviors. The multimodal features of EC+ contributed to engagement and learning, making communication more accessible and intuitive.<br />Conclusion: The findings highlight the potential of EC+ as an effective AAC tool for children with Level 3 ASD. Its multimodal features offer a structured and engaging approach that enhances communication, socialization, and behavior. Future research should explore its comparative effectiveness with other AAC supports and ICT-based tools. |
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| ISSN: | 1748-3115 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/17483107.2025.2520881 |