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Assisting people with multiple disabilities to improve computer typing efficiency through a mouse wheel and on-screen

Ching-Hsiang Shih¹

¹Department of Special Education, National Dong Hwa University, Hualien, Taiwan, ROC.

Research in Developmental Disabilities

|June 2, 2014

Summary

Students with multiple disabilities improved typing speed using the Dynamic Typing Assistive Program (DTAP) with the On-Screen Keyboard (OSK). This new method enhanced efficiency and was maintained over time.

Keywords:

DTAP Mouse wheel Multiple disabilities OSK

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Area of Science:

Assistive Technology
Human-Computer Interaction
Disability Studies

Background:

Students with multiple disabilities often face challenges with traditional typing methods.
Developing accessible and efficient computer input solutions is crucial for educational and daily tasks.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of the Dynamic Typing Assistive Program (DTAP) combined with the On-Screen Keyboard (OSK) for improving typing performance.
To determine if students with multiple disabilities can enhance their keyboard typing efficiency using a mouse scroll wheel interface.

Main Methods:

A multiple baseline design across three participants with multiple disabilities was employed.
Participants utilized the DTAP software, which interfaces with the OSK via mouse scroll wheel input.
Typing performance was measured before, during, and after the intervention phase.

Main Results:

All participants demonstrated a significant increase in typing efficiency during the intervention phase.
The improved typing performance was sustained during the subsequent maintenance phase.
The DTAP and OSK combination proved effective for enhancing typing speed and accuracy.

Conclusions:

The Dynamic Typing Assistive Program (DTAP) offers a viable solution for improving computer accessibility for individuals with multiple disabilities.
Poking the mouse scroll wheel with DTAP and OSK is an effective strategy for enhancing keyboard typing performance.
Further research should explore the broader applicability and long-term benefits of this assistive technology.