Touch-Point Mathematics Instruction for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often face some problems in mastering basic numeracy skills. A touch point is a multisensory method that has been introduced especially for children with ASD as it is one of a proven way of improving their achievement in mathematics. Thus, this systematic literature review is conducted (a) to identify the characteristics of participants and suitability of touch points interventions based on the characteristics of children with ASD and (b) to evaluate the effectiveness of touch point interventions in improving the achievement of children with ASD. Overall, the empirical studies indicated that the touch point mathematics instruction commonly used in teaching primary school students on basic mathematical knowledge such as numbers and arithmetical operation skills. Hence, the touch point was effective in helping teachers to help children with ASD in learning basic mathematics. Implications are discussed. [Abstract from Authors]