There is an extensive list of software packages, which assist autistic learning. However, there neither exists a software which would teach how to understand the mental world beyond emotions, nor a software which behaves in an intelligent manner.

 

The list of most popular software for autistic training

 

1) Teaching autistic children to read

CompuThera offers a seven-step gradual discrete approach for teaching reading. It has been designed for children having trouble learning by observation alone. It is aimed at visual learners and children whom traditional classic educational methods cannot motivate. Children with Autism fit this category; that is why CompuThera will benefit them most.

Targeting both receptive and expressive cognitive skills, the CompuThera treatment plan builds on mastered items to progress through the program using simple drills, eventually leading to reading simple sentences.

The ability to read often triggers in autistic children the conceptual leap leading in breakthrough in communication.

2) Using of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques

TeachTown consists of an educational curriculum that includes entertaining educational programs that captivate the imaginations of children and teach them vital learning skills. It is an Implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques. In addition to writing the curriculum, the software is voiced so it is like is like bringing a trained psychologist into your home to instruct your child.

 

3)  Teaching language

The Great Action Adventure teaches more than 70 verbs to children within the autism spectrum using live-action video clips.  More effective than flash cards, this program includes a Play area, where children can click on the verbs and see them acted out, a Teach Me area, where quizzes reinforce their understanding.  It also teaches nouns related to the verbs, verb tenses, and sign language

 

4) Teaching emotions

Fun With Feelings uses a step-by-step strategy to teach children to recognize and generalize understanding of 20 common emotions.  Breaks emotions into visual and auditory components, explains when emotions are displayed, and then promotes generalization. 

 

Mind Reading is a unique reference work covering the entire spectrum of human emotions. Using the software you can explore over 412 emotions, seeing and hearing each one performed by six different people. 

 

5) Numbers, sequence etc.

Freddy Teddy Bumper Pack develops concepts of number, sequence and spatial awareness. Develops skills of: comparison, visual discrimination, language such as up, down, left, right, how many

 

6) Trains memory

BrainBuilderŪ is a computer game where the player memorizes series of numbers using auditory and visual processing strategies. These exercises build short term memory, visual and auditory processing skills. As the player improves, the levels of difficulty increase.