INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN SPEECH THERAPY PRACTICE FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

Abstract

The article examines the use of interactive technologies in speech therapy practice for working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The main speech difficulties inherent in this group of children are identified, in particular, speech delay, echolalia, prosodic disorders, grammatical errors, limitations in nonverbal communication, and social difficulties. Modern innovative approaches and interactive technologies are analyzed, such as the use of interactive games and classes involving multimedia tools and platforms, programs for articulation gymnastics, music and audio classes using musical applications that contribute to the development of speech, attention, memory, cognitive and social skills of children with ASD. Materials are presented on the implementation of innovative methods and interactive technologies in speech therapy work with children with ASD, in which children of primary school age participated. When developing a plan for speech therapy work with children with ASD, in addition to speech disorders, psychological and pedagogical features were taken into account, which significantly affect its content and result. The development of classes using interactive technologies made it possible to adapt classes to the needs of students, stimulating the development of speech and cognitive skills through interactive interaction with the learning environment. During the work, special exercises and tasks were developed aimed at training speech and communication skills, improving attention and memory, as well as teaching social interaction, which is important for the adaptation of children in society.Sensory support methods and tasks were used to improve the understanding of abstract concepts. The innovative methods and interactive technologies used proved to be effective, significantly improving the speech, cognitive and social skills of students, and also contributing to their motivation to learn.