A3: a coding guideline for HCI+autism research using video annotation

Due to the profile of strengths and weaknesses indicative of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), technology may play a key role in ameliorating communication difficulties with this population. This paper documents coding guidelines established through cross-disciplinary work focused on facilitating communication development in children with ASD using computerized feedback. The guidelines, referred to as A3 (pronounced A-Cubed) or Annotation for ASD Analysis, define and operationalize a set of dependent variables coded via video annotation. Inter-rater reliability data are also presented from a study currently inprogress, as well as related discussion to help guide future work in this area. The design of the A3 methodology is well-suited for the examination and evaluation of the behavior of lowfunctioning subjects with ASD who interact with technology. Categories and Subject Descriptors H.5.1 [Multimedia Information Systems]: Evaluation/ methodology K4.2 [Social Issues]: Assistive technol...

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2008
• Where: ASSETS
• Authors: Joshua M. Hailpern, Karrie Karahalios, James Halle, Laura DeThorne, Mary-Kelsey Coletto
• Keywords: ASD Analysis, ASSETS 2008, Documents Coding Guidelines, Emerging Technology, Inter-rater Reliability Data