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Preface
Digital Innovations for Learning and Neurodevelopmental
Disorders
We are pleased to present the proceedings of the international scientific workshop "Digital
Innovations for Learning and Neurodevelopmental Disorders" (DILeND), held on 24 and 25 May
2024, at the Università degli Studi Internazionali di Roma. The objective of this workshop was
to cultivate proficiency in the utilisation of novel technologies to facilitate the learning of
individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders. It offered a distinctive forum for the
interdisciplinary exchange of knowledge among experts in technology, computer science, and
psychology.
The workshop was structured around two principal thematic sessions. "Digital Innovation and
Autism Spectrum Disorder " Thematic sessions included "New Technologies to Support
Learning in ASD" and "Digital Innovation and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD)". "New Technologies to Support Learning in ADHD." Each session explored the
potential of digital technologies to enrich educational experiences and therapeutic support,
reflecting the increasing necessity for tailored solutions to address the distinctive challenges
associated with each disorder.
A total of 14 paper submissions were received for this workshop, of which 10 were accepted
following a rigorous peer-review process. The selected papers represent a diverse and
comprehensive range of current research in the application of digital technologies to support
learning in individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders.
The accepted papers in our collection represent a diverse range of research exploring the
application of digital technologies to neurodevelopmental disorders and learning. A significant
area of investigation is the potential of artificial intelligence in the treatment and diagnosis of
autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. This is discussed in detail
in a paper that provides a comprehensive narrative review of this technology. Artificial
intelligence, virtual reality and serious games represent the most extensively researched
technologies in both fields, demonstrating their affordability and utility in the creation of
personalised and adaptive treatment plans. Artificial intelligence employs machine learning
algorithms to monitor symptoms and suggest interventions. Serious games have been shown to
improve attention and behavioural control. Virtual reality has been demonstrated to enhance
metacognition and attention management. These technologies, with their own distinctive
characteristics, serve as engaging therapeutic tools that can supplement traditional treatments.
They have been shown to have significant potential in enhancing learning outcomes. These
technological solutions facilitate improved interaction and social integration, thereby
demonstrating the broader implications of digital innovations beyond the scope of ASD, ADHD
and intellectual disabilities. Another innovative approach is the integration of social robots into
therapeutic interventions, as detailed in our proceedings. These robots have been designed to
improve social interactions for individuals with ASD, and have demonstrated efficacy in
enhancing social communication skills, thereby offering new avenues for support.
We would like to express our gratitude to all the authors who submitted their work and to the
reviewers for their dedication to ensuring the high quality of the accepted papers. We would
like to extend our gratitude to all participants and speakers whose contributions, enthusiasm
and expertise were instrumental to the success of this event. Furthermore, we would like to
express our sincerest gratitude to the Program Committee for their invaluable support and
guidance. In particular, we would like to express our gratitude to:
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• Teresa Onorati (University Carlos III of Madrid, Spain)
• Mattia De Rosa (University of Salerno, Italy)
• Marianna Di Gregorio (University degli Studi Internazionali di Roma, Italy)
• Henrik Hautop Lund (Technical University of Denmark, Denmark)
• Michela Ponticorvo, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II" (Italy)
• Davide Marocco, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II" (Italy)
• Vincenzo Suriani, UNIBAS - Scuola di Ingegneria, Via dell'Ateneo Lucano, Potenza (Italy)
The DILeND workshop provided a forum for discussing the latest findings and innovations in
neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as a moment of collective reflection on how technology
can be harnessed to enhance learning and support for individuals with neurodevelopmental
disorders. We hope that these proceedings will inspire further research and interdisciplinary
collaborations, contributing to a future where every individual has access to the tools they need
to reach their full potential.
With gratitude,
On behalf of the organisers of the DILeND Workshop
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