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There are numbers of autism related research can be found in Malaysia that generally focus on the ASD, learning disorder, communication aids, therapy and many more. The list of publications is provided below:
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2017 |
Salleh, M H K; Miskam, M A; Yussof, H; Omar, A R HRI Assessment of ASKNAO Intervention Framework via Typically Developed Child Conference 105 , Elsevier B.V., 2017, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Network Function Virtualization, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Interactions @conference{Salleh2017333, title = {HRI Assessment of ASKNAO Intervention Framework via Typically Developed Child}, author = {M H K Salleh and M A Miskam and H Yussof and A R Omar}, editor = {Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85016113682&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2017.01.230&partnerID=40&md5=dca0fd7b8ec976ff9aefce53582a3aca}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2017.01.230}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {105}, pages = {333-339}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This paper discuss about mock experiment on a typically developed child. The mock experiment is based on the previous work of the experimental framework on ASKNAO intervention. This is conducted as a preparation for the main experiment and to fine-tune the framework so that undesirable elements from the framework can be avoided. A typically developed child is used rather than an autism child because the typically developed child is able to handle the stress that occurs and capable of expressing his emotions freely. The findings of the experiment shows that the several adjustment need to be made on the previous framework in order to achieve a better result for the main experiment on an autism child. © 2017 The Authors.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Network Function Virtualization, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Social Interactions}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper discuss about mock experiment on a typically developed child. The mock experiment is based on the previous work of the experimental framework on ASKNAO intervention. This is conducted as a preparation for the main experiment and to fine-tune the framework so that undesirable elements from the framework can be avoided. A typically developed child is used rather than an autism child because the typically developed child is able to handle the stress that occurs and capable of expressing his emotions freely. The findings of the experiment shows that the several adjustment need to be made on the previous framework in order to achieve a better result for the main experiment on an autism child. © 2017 The Authors. |
2016 |
Miskam, M A; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Ariffin, I M; Omar, A R Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2016, ISBN: 9781479966783, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Behavioral Research, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Human Behaviours, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Robotics, Robots, Social Sciences, Surveys, Teaching, Teaching Module @conference{Miskam2016, title = {A questionnaire-based survey: Therapist's response on emotions gestures using humanoid robot for autism}, author = {M A Miskam and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and I M Ariffin and A R Omar}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84966605834&doi=10.1109%2fMHS.2015.7438298&partnerID=40&md5=c0cbd143f24183861955c67562e36fdf}, doi = {10.1109/MHS.2015.7438298}, isbn = {9781479966783}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {2015 International Symposium on Micro-NanoMechatronics and Human Science, MHS 2015}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {This paper is, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. Naturally, we need to approximate as closely as possible natural human behaviour to be done by robot to engaging the children to interact with normal human. Therefore, this study is continuation of our previous study on emotion gestures where we get the therapists response towards module of emotions-based teaching module for children with autism. The role of therapists is to give their main knowledge of autism therapy to bring the right creation of module program using robot. © 2015 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Autism Therapies, Behavioral Research, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Human Behaviours, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Robotics, Robots, Social Sciences, Surveys, Teaching, Teaching Module}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper is, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. Naturally, we need to approximate as closely as possible natural human behaviour to be done by robot to engaging the children to interact with normal human. Therefore, this study is continuation of our previous study on emotion gestures where we get the therapists response towards module of emotions-based teaching module for children with autism. The role of therapists is to give their main knowledge of autism therapy to bring the right creation of module program using robot. © 2015 IEEE. |
2015 |
Miskam, M A; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Omar, A R; Muda, M Z Programming platform for NAO robot in cognitive interaction applications Conference Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2015, ISBN: 9781479957651, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Choregraphe, Cognitive Interaction, Computer Program, Computer Software, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, In-Buildings, Manufacture, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Robots, Social Cognition @conference{Miskam2015141, title = {Programming platform for NAO robot in cognitive interaction applications}, author = {M A Miskam and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and A R Omar and M Z Muda}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84959542262&doi=10.1109%2fROMA.2014.7295877&partnerID=40&md5=32eeaf0a717a0ce0a5c8bc5a7cb7de89}, doi = {10.1109/ROMA.2014.7295877}, isbn = {9781479957651}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {2014 IEEE International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation, IEEE-ROMA2014}, pages = {141-146}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {The humanoid robot NAO is a ready-made exploration platform that comes with a Choregraphe software to program and animate it Choregraphe is a powerful tool that allows programming in Python for motion control In this paper, we explore how Choregraphe can aid users in building basic cognitive interaction modules specifically for the rehabilitation of autistic children. Difficulty to interact with others and impaired social cognition are some of the core symptoms of autism. A robot in human form has the ability to help encourage children to interact and respond to dialogue cues. Comparison between Choregraphe and another programing tool in embedding cognitive interaction ability into the NAO robot is discussed. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autistic Children, Children with Autism, Choregraphe, Cognitive Interaction, Computer Program, Computer Software, Diseases, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, In-Buildings, Manufacture, Patient Rehabilitation, Robotics, Robots, Social Cognition}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } The humanoid robot NAO is a ready-made exploration platform that comes with a Choregraphe software to program and animate it Choregraphe is a powerful tool that allows programming in Python for motion control In this paper, we explore how Choregraphe can aid users in building basic cognitive interaction modules specifically for the rehabilitation of autistic children. Difficulty to interact with others and impaired social cognition are some of the core symptoms of autism. A robot in human form has the ability to help encourage children to interact and respond to dialogue cues. Comparison between Choregraphe and another programing tool in embedding cognitive interaction ability into the NAO robot is discussed. © 2014 IEEE. |
Salleh, M H K; Yussof, H; Ainuddin, H A; Muda, M Z; Shamsuddin, S; Miskam, M A; Omar, A R Experimental Framework for the Categorization of Special Education Programs of ASKNAO Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 4). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Education, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Special Education @conference{Salleh2015480, title = {Experimental Framework for the Categorization of Special Education Programs of ASKNAO}, author = {M H K Salleh and H Yussof and H A Ainuddin and M Z Muda and S Shamsuddin and M A Miskam and A R Omar}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962839161&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.321&partnerID=40&md5=b1ef50969d7f20b587f124ebebc3a9bc}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.321}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {480-487}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {This paper presents the methods for categorizing a special education apps known as Autism Solution for Kids using NAO (ASKNAO) into the three subscales of autism which is Communication, Social Skills and Repetitive Behavior. The ASKNAO programs contains special education apps that is aimed for autism rehabilitation. As the apps have yet to be categorized, an experimental framework is proposed as to create a method of organizing the apps. With the usage of a 24 behavioral score sheet based on GARS-2, the reactions of the autistic children when interacting with the NAO robot during the experimental sessions can help classify the apps accordingly. There is however a few criteria needs to be met for the experimental data can be considered as reliable.}, note = {cited By 4}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, ASKNAO, Autism, Diseases, Education, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Rehabilitation Robotics, Robotics, Smart Sensors, Special Education}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } This paper presents the methods for categorizing a special education apps known as Autism Solution for Kids using NAO (ASKNAO) into the three subscales of autism which is Communication, Social Skills and Repetitive Behavior. The ASKNAO programs contains special education apps that is aimed for autism rehabilitation. As the apps have yet to be categorized, an experimental framework is proposed as to create a method of organizing the apps. With the usage of a 24 behavioral score sheet based on GARS-2, the reactions of the autistic children when interacting with the NAO robot during the experimental sessions can help classify the apps accordingly. There is however a few criteria needs to be met for the experimental data can be considered as reliable. |
Aziz, A A; Moganan, F F M; Ismail, A; Lokman, A M Autistic Children's Kansei Responses Towards Humanoid-Robot as Teaching Mediator Conference 76 , Elsevier B.V., 2015, ISSN: 18770509, (cited By 6). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Extractions, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Interaction Modules, Kansei Engineering, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Communications @conference{Aziz2015488, title = {Autistic Children's Kansei Responses Towards Humanoid-Robot as Teaching Mediator}, author = {A A Aziz and F F M Moganan and A Ismail and A M Lokman}, editor = {Miskon M F Yussof H.}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84962865419&doi=10.1016%2fj.procs.2015.12.322&partnerID=40&md5=2406a6eb6d803f72684751a8aab37868}, doi = {10.1016/j.procs.2015.12.322}, issn = {18770509}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Procedia Computer Science}, volume = {76}, pages = {488-493}, publisher = {Elsevier B.V.}, abstract = {Autism is often being associated with the deficits in social communication, interaction as well as imagination. Autistic patients may experience the impairment in social interaction usually being related to their inability to interpret others' emotion and even to express their own feelings. As a result, children with autism are often been labeled as lacking the ability to express their emotion. The main objective of this paper is to present a pilot study in studying the autistic children's' emotions and feelings upon being triggered by the humanoid-robot, NAO. Kansei Engineering, which is a powerful emotion extraction mechanism is adopted in the study to assess the children's' emotion. The experiment involved two autistic children and one normal child who were given four interaction modules in separate intervention session. The experiment conducted is to observe how robot triggers the emotion of these children. The result shows that different types of modules which would trigger different emotional reactions. This result provides a basis for further investigation of the assessment of autistic children's feeling and emotion. The result will ultimately contribute to finding best possible therapy for autistic children towards the used of humanoid-robot.}, note = {cited By 6}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Extractions, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intelligent Control, Interaction Modules, Kansei Engineering, Robotics, Robots, Smart Sensors, Social Communications}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Autism is often being associated with the deficits in social communication, interaction as well as imagination. Autistic patients may experience the impairment in social interaction usually being related to their inability to interpret others' emotion and even to express their own feelings. As a result, children with autism are often been labeled as lacking the ability to express their emotion. The main objective of this paper is to present a pilot study in studying the autistic children's' emotions and feelings upon being triggered by the humanoid-robot, NAO. Kansei Engineering, which is a powerful emotion extraction mechanism is adopted in the study to assess the children's' emotion. The experiment involved two autistic children and one normal child who were given four interaction modules in separate intervention session. The experiment conducted is to observe how robot triggers the emotion of these children. The result shows that different types of modules which would trigger different emotional reactions. This result provides a basis for further investigation of the assessment of autistic children's feeling and emotion. The result will ultimately contribute to finding best possible therapy for autistic children towards the used of humanoid-robot. |
2014 |
Miskam, M A; Shamsuddin, S; Samat, M R A; Yussof, H; Ainudin, H A; Omar, A R Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2014, ISBN: 9781479966790, (cited By 10). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Android (Operating System), Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Child-Robot Interactions, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Emotion Recognition, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO @conference{Miskam2014b, title = {Humanoid robot NAO as a teaching tool of emotion recognition for children with autism using the Android app}, author = {M A Miskam and S Shamsuddin and M R A Samat and H Yussof and H A Ainudin and A R Omar}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84922121642&doi=10.1109%2fMHS.2014.7006084&partnerID=40&md5=012601803f19ab36eff7a41362d7db4d}, doi = {10.1109/MHS.2014.7006084}, isbn = {9781479966790}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {2014 International Symposium on Micro-NanoMechatronics and Human Science, MHS 2014}, publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.}, abstract = {In this paper, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. A pre-test was carried out with a normal developing 6-year old boy. We report some qualitative findings that we found during the child-robot interaction. We aim to develop an Android app as a simple tool that can be used on smartphones. This serves as a fundamental step to empower non-technical persons in using robots to interact with children with autism for learning and therapeutic purposes. © 2014 IEEE.}, note = {cited By 10}, keywords = {Android (Operating System), Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Child-Robot Interactions, Children with Autism, Cognitive Interaction, Diseases, Education, Emotion, Emotion Gestures, Emotion Recognition, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } In this paper, we used a humanoid robot to physically show emotional poses and conduct a simple guessing game with children. Nine different emotions using the robot's body poses have been developed using Choregraphe. A pre-test was carried out with a normal developing 6-year old boy. We report some qualitative findings that we found during the child-robot interaction. We aim to develop an Android app as a simple tool that can be used on smartphones. This serves as a fundamental step to empower non-technical persons in using robots to interact with children with autism for learning and therapeutic purposes. © 2014 IEEE. |
2013 |
Malik, N A; Shamsuddin, S; Yussof, H; Miskam, M A; Hamid, A C 53 (1), 2013, ISSN: 17578981, (cited By 5). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Experiments, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Patient Rehabilitation, Pilot Studies, Real Time, Two-Way Communications @conference{Malik2013, title = {Feasibility of using a humanoid robot to elicit communicational response in children with mild autism}, author = {N A Malik and S Shamsuddin and H Yussof and M A Miskam and A C Hamid}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84893647308&doi=10.1088%2f1757-899X%2f53%2f1%2f012077&partnerID=40&md5=c051904f309ab9556d90458decb88f21}, doi = {10.1088/1757-899X/53/1/012077}, issn = {17578981}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering}, volume = {53}, number = {1}, abstract = {Research evidences are accumulating with regards to the potential use of robots for the rehabilitation of children with autism. The purpose of this paper is to elaborate on the results of communicational response in two children with autism during interaction with the humanoid robot NAO. Both autistic subjects in this study have been diagnosed with mild autism. Following the outcome from our first pilot study; the aim of this current experiment is to explore the application of NAO robot to engage with a child and further teach about emotions through a game-centered and song-based approach. The experiment procedure involved interaction between humanoid robot NAO with each child through a series of four different modules. The observation items are based on ten items selected and referenced to GARS-2 (Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-second edition) and also input from clinicians and therapists. The results clearly indicated that both of the children showed optimistic response through the interaction. Negative responses such as feeling scared or shying away from the robot were not detected. Two-way communication between the child and robot in real time significantly gives positive impact in the responses towards the robot. To conclude, it is feasible to include robot-based interaction specifically to elicit communicational response as a part of the rehabilitation intervention of children with autism. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd.}, note = {cited By 5}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Children with Autism, Diseases, Education, Experiments, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Patient Rehabilitation, Pilot Studies, Real Time, Two-Way Communications}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {conference} } Research evidences are accumulating with regards to the potential use of robots for the rehabilitation of children with autism. The purpose of this paper is to elaborate on the results of communicational response in two children with autism during interaction with the humanoid robot NAO. Both autistic subjects in this study have been diagnosed with mild autism. Following the outcome from our first pilot study; the aim of this current experiment is to explore the application of NAO robot to engage with a child and further teach about emotions through a game-centered and song-based approach. The experiment procedure involved interaction between humanoid robot NAO with each child through a series of four different modules. The observation items are based on ten items selected and referenced to GARS-2 (Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-second edition) and also input from clinicians and therapists. The results clearly indicated that both of the children showed optimistic response through the interaction. Negative responses such as feeling scared or shying away from the robot were not detected. Two-way communication between the child and robot in real time significantly gives positive impact in the responses towards the robot. To conclude, it is feasible to include robot-based interaction specifically to elicit communicational response as a part of the rehabilitation intervention of children with autism. © Published under licence by IOP Publishing Ltd. |
Hashim, H; Yussof, H; Hanapiah, F A; Shamsuddin, S; Ismail, L; Malik, N A Robot-assisted to elicit behaviors for autism screening Journal Article Applied Mechanics and Materials, 393 , pp. 567-572, 2013, ISSN: 16609336, (cited By 2). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diseases, Early Intervention, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Individual Behaviour, Intervention, Mechanical Engineering, Program Diagnostics, Quantitative Measurement, Robotics, Screening Process @article{Hashim2013567, title = {Robot-assisted to elicit behaviors for autism screening}, author = {H Hashim and H Yussof and F A Hanapiah and S Shamsuddin and L Ismail and N A Malik}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84886257860&doi=10.4028%2fwww.scientific.net%2fAMM.393.567&partnerID=40&md5=9ef0b91be1f79ae1771901b04e271636}, doi = {10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.393.567}, issn = {16609336}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Applied Mechanics and Materials}, volume = {393}, pages = {567-572}, abstract = {Early screening and diagnosis of Autism spectrums is essential to determine the best means of early intervention program. Since there is no sign in biological for autism, screening and assessment must focus on the behavioral deficits. Somehow screening is not a diagnosis, but a filter that picks out children for subsequent assessment. The aim of this paper is to propose and to ignite discussion concerning robotic assisted in autism screening process to enable early diagnosis and intervention. This process combines (a) selection of an autism screening tool (b) refinement of screening subscales and (c) integration of subscales with robot action. We use Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-2 (GARS-2) inversely integrated with humanoid robot Nao to produce a counter action to elicit individual behaviours for screening and diagnosis purposes. In extracting of GARS-2, we had considered the limitation and sensitivity when a robot tries to assist in the process of screening and diagnosis. Integrating robotics into innovative treatments however highlighted the need for additional rigorous empirical studies with quantitative measurement. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.}, note = {cited By 2}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Diseases, Early Intervention, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Individual Behaviour, Intervention, Mechanical Engineering, Program Diagnostics, Quantitative Measurement, Robotics, Screening Process}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Early screening and diagnosis of Autism spectrums is essential to determine the best means of early intervention program. Since there is no sign in biological for autism, screening and assessment must focus on the behavioral deficits. Somehow screening is not a diagnosis, but a filter that picks out children for subsequent assessment. The aim of this paper is to propose and to ignite discussion concerning robotic assisted in autism screening process to enable early diagnosis and intervention. This process combines (a) selection of an autism screening tool (b) refinement of screening subscales and (c) integration of subscales with robot action. We use Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-2 (GARS-2) inversely integrated with humanoid robot Nao to produce a counter action to elicit individual behaviours for screening and diagnosis purposes. In extracting of GARS-2, we had considered the limitation and sensitivity when a robot tries to assist in the process of screening and diagnosis. Integrating robotics into innovative treatments however highlighted the need for additional rigorous empirical studies with quantitative measurement. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. |
Hamid, A C; Miskam, M A; Yussof, H; Shamsuddin, S; Hashim, H; Ismail, L Human-robot interaction (HRI) for children with autism to augment communication skills Journal Article Applied Mechanics and Materials, 393 , pp. 598-603, 2013, ISSN: 16609336, (cited By 1). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Children with Autism, Communication, Communication Skills, Diseases, Education, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intervention Programs, Learning, Man Machine Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Teaching, Two-Way Communications @article{Hamid2013598, title = {Human-robot interaction (HRI) for children with autism to augment communication skills}, author = {A C Hamid and M A Miskam and H Yussof and S Shamsuddin and H Hashim and L Ismail}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84886245343&doi=10.4028%2fwww.scientific.net%2fAMM.393.598&partnerID=40&md5=a580bbcbd654ebb6c19b75fa27bdf75e}, doi = {10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.393.598}, issn = {16609336}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Applied Mechanics and Materials}, volume = {393}, pages = {598-603}, abstract = {This paper presents a case study of robot-based intervention program for children with autism. The study focuses on two-way communication between children with autism and a humanoid robot NAO. The aim of this study is to develop a set of teaching and learning modules on communication through question type conversation and song-based approach. Module developed in this study is programmed using NAO's choregraphe, being imbedded later on and perform action. Both children participating in this study can communicate verbally and have been diagnosed with mild autism. Response from this exposure shows that the human toddler-like robot can be used as a platform to augment and facilitate communication effectively with children with autism. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.}, note = {cited By 1}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Children with Autism, Communication, Communication Skills, Diseases, Education, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Intervention Programs, Learning, Man Machine Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Teaching, Two-Way Communications}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } This paper presents a case study of robot-based intervention program for children with autism. The study focuses on two-way communication between children with autism and a humanoid robot NAO. The aim of this study is to develop a set of teaching and learning modules on communication through question type conversation and song-based approach. Module developed in this study is programmed using NAO's choregraphe, being imbedded later on and perform action. Both children participating in this study can communicate verbally and have been diagnosed with mild autism. Response from this exposure shows that the human toddler-like robot can be used as a platform to augment and facilitate communication effectively with children with autism. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. |
Miskam, M A; Hamid, M A C; Yussof, H; Shamsuddin, S; Malik, N A; Basir, S N Study on social interaction between children with autism and humanoid robot NAO Journal Article Applied Mechanics and Materials, 393 , pp. 573-578, 2013, ISSN: 16609336, (cited By 10). Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Children with Autism, Communication, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Educational Intervention, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Mechanical Engineering, Patient Rehabilitation, Social Interactions, Social Sciences, Two-Way Communications @article{Miskam2013573, title = {Study on social interaction between children with autism and humanoid robot NAO}, author = {M A Miskam and M A C Hamid and H Yussof and S Shamsuddin and N A Malik and S N Basir}, url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84886245367&doi=10.4028%2fwww.scientific.net%2fAMM.393.573&partnerID=40&md5=95d6cec2dc5888c99213397d5b94b003}, doi = {10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.393.573}, issn = {16609336}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Applied Mechanics and Materials}, volume = {393}, pages = {573-578}, abstract = {Autism cannot run away from their triangle deficits: social, communication and stereotyped behaviour. There is no cure for autism or any definitive treatment to treat the core symptoms of this developmental disorder. However, the deficits can be minimized by maximize their learning through behavioural therapy and educational intervention. Nowadays, the methods in the rehabilitation of autism have been upgraded by the innovation of humanoid robots, in particular the humanoid robot NAO. In this study, NAO has being programmed using Choregraphe as programming tool to develop lesson modules for children with autism to practice their social interaction skill. This paper focuses specifically on social interaction subscale to observe the behaviour of the autistic children during interaction with the humanoid robot NAO. The observation is based on six items referenced from the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-second edition (GARS-2). The use of humanoid robot NAO in the rehabilitation of autistic children is expected to help them to interact and practice their social traits just like normal children. The results evidently showed that children with autism are positively affected by NAO by giving encouraging responses in social interaction when interacting with the robot. Two-way communication between the child and robot in real time significantly give positive impact in the responses towards the robot. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.}, note = {cited By 10}, keywords = {Anthropomorphic Robots, Autism, Children with Autism, Communication, Developmental Disorders, Diseases, Education, Educational Intervention, Human Robot Interaction, Humanoid Robot, Humanoid Robot NAO, Mechanical Engineering, Patient Rehabilitation, Social Interactions, Social Sciences, Two-Way Communications}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Autism cannot run away from their triangle deficits: social, communication and stereotyped behaviour. There is no cure for autism or any definitive treatment to treat the core symptoms of this developmental disorder. However, the deficits can be minimized by maximize their learning through behavioural therapy and educational intervention. Nowadays, the methods in the rehabilitation of autism have been upgraded by the innovation of humanoid robots, in particular the humanoid robot NAO. In this study, NAO has being programmed using Choregraphe as programming tool to develop lesson modules for children with autism to practice their social interaction skill. This paper focuses specifically on social interaction subscale to observe the behaviour of the autistic children during interaction with the humanoid robot NAO. The observation is based on six items referenced from the Gilliam Autism Rating Scale-second edition (GARS-2). The use of humanoid robot NAO in the rehabilitation of autistic children is expected to help them to interact and practice their social traits just like normal children. The results evidently showed that children with autism are positively affected by NAO by giving encouraging responses in social interaction when interacting with the robot. Two-way communication between the child and robot in real time significantly give positive impact in the responses towards the robot. © (2013) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. |