In my own words: configuration of tangibles, object interaction and children with autism

Authors:
William Farr;Nicola Yuill;Eric Harris;Steve Hinske
Affiliations:
University of Sussex, UK;University of Sussex, UK;University of Sussex, UK;Institute for Pervasive Computing, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Venue:
Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Interaction Design and Children
Year:
2010

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Abstract

An Augmented Knights Castle (AKC) play set was adapted so that children with autism can configure programmable elements. This is compared with a non-configurable AKC. When the system is configurable, less solitary play and more cooperative play occurred. Configurability is a key factor in design for children with autism allowing greater individual control and more socially oriented behaviour. We suggest that tangibles provide a safety net for encouraging social interaction as they allow for a broad range of interaction styles.