THE IMPORTANCE OF REQUIREMENTS ANALYSIS FOR DEVELOPING A SYSTEM TO ASSIST SPECIAL EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS IN MAPPING STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

Abstract

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurological condition that causes difficulties in social interaction and behavior. Special Education professionals evaluate children suspected of having ASD in schools and refer them for medical diagnosis. This article aims to discuss the importance of requirements analysis for creating a system to assist these professionals in mapping students with secure and accessible records. The methodology used was qualitative, involving bibliographic surveys and interviews with professionals in the field to synthesize the requirements. High-fidelity prototypes of the system's interfaces were created and evaluated using Nielsen's ten heuristics. The results include comprehensive requirements, detailed prototypes, and thorough usability tests, which enable the system's development. The conclusion is that requirements analysis, based on literature recommendations and interviews, is essential for understanding user needs and ensuring efficiency and accuracy in data collection. This forms a solid foundation for building a system specifically tailored to these professionals' needs, with well-tested and prototyped interfaces.