Harnessing AI for Inclusive Education
Strategies and Tools for Supporting University Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Roč.16,č.1(2026)
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into higher education presents transformative opportunities for enhancing learning experiences, particularly for neurodivergent students. This paper explores AI-driven strategies and tools designed to support university students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by fostering structured learning, effective communication, and adaptive teaching approaches. Key strategies include maintaining predictable course structures, employing multimodal teaching methods, and offering individualized support to accommodate diverse learning needs. AI applications such as lecture transcription, text-to-speech conversion, and adaptive learning platforms provide personalized learning experiences. Additionally, assistive technologies play an increasingly vital role in inclusive higher education. Recent studies highlight how AI-driven assistive tools enhance accessibility and academic performance for students with learning difficulties. Furthermore, AI-enhanced assistive technologies are evolving to address the unique challenges of neurodivergent learners, offering solutions to improve focus, comprehension, and social communication in higher education settings. Beyond academic support, AI-powered virtual assistants, chatbots, and social interaction tools help students navigate both academic and social challenges. Educators play a critical role in fostering a neurodivergent-friendly environment through peer mentoring, flexible assessment methods, and conflict resolution strategies. This paper discusses best practices, implementation challenges, and the evolving role of AI in neurodiverse education, ultimately highlighting how AI can bridge gaps in learning and social engagement for students with ASD in a business school in the Czech Republic.
ASD; artificial intelligence; inclusion; education
Ioana Kocurova-Giurgiu
Škoda Auto Vysoká škola
Ioana Kocurova-Giurgiu is a SaaS Business Training Advisor and an educator and researcher specializing in business language education, intercultural competence, and curriculum development. With more than a decade of experience in education and training, she focuses on creating accessible learning experiences and simplifying complex concepts for diverse audiences. Her academic work explores student engagement, blended learning, communication, and positive psychology in education, with publications and presentations on online learning, classroom interaction, and language instruction at the tertiary level. She has also taught at univeristies, where she contributed to courses in communication skills, academic writing, and intercultural competencies.
Miluše Löffelmannová
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Miluše Löffelmannová teaches Business English at the B2 and C1 levels to undergraduate and postgraduate students at Skoda Auto University in the Czech Republic. She is a certified speaking examiner for the Cambridge FCE and CAE exams, an online trainer specializing on diversity and inclusion, and also provides corporate language and methodology training. She is passionate about fostering positive learning environments through positive psychology and emphasises the importance of considering the specific needs of students when teaching. She is currently exploring the possibilities of using AI in educational settings. She holds her Master`s Degree in Teaching Foreign Languages from the Faculty of Economics and Administration - Institute of Languages and Human Studies, University of Pardubice, Czech Republic.
Zuzana Havlisová
Škoda Auto Vysoká škola
Zuzana Havlisová teaches German / Business German at the A2 and B1 levels to undergraduate students at Skoda Auto University in the Czech Republic. In her teaching, she applies insights from neuroscience and a systemic approach. She emphasizes fostering motivation and creating a safe, creative environment that promotes effective learning, collaboration, and personal growth. She holds her Master`s Degree in Teaching Foreign Languages from the Faculty of Economics and Administration - Institute of Languages and Human Studies, University of Pardubice, Czech Republic.
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