Desenvolvimento de protótipo digital utilizando princípios da comunicação alternativa e aumentativa para o público com TEA

Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. Although there are Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools, many of them do not adequately address the accessibility, usability, and personalization needs required by this population. This study presents the prototyping of an AAC tool aimed at children and adolescents with ASD. The proposal seeks to meet the specific demands of this audience, promoting communicative autonomy through an adaptable digital prototype. The adopted methodology was qualitative and exploratory, based on User-Centered Design (UCD), with a focus on accessibility, usability, and personalization. High-fidelity, navigable prototypes were developed using the Figma tool, considering different levels of support. The final product resulted in a set of accessible and interactive interfaces that enable symbolic communication, emotional expression, and routine organization, contributing significantly to the social and educational inclusion of individuals with ASD.