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Democratisation of AAC Symbol Choices Using Technology
E A Draffan1, Mike Wald1, Nadine Zeinoun2
1WAIS, ECS, University of Southampton, UK.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|September 7, 2017
Summary
An online voting system democratically selects symbols for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), enhancing speech and literacy skills. User participation ensured symbol adaptations met local needs, increasing satisfaction in diverse communication settings.
Area of Science:
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Assistive Technology
- Linguistics
Background:
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems require culturally relevant symbols.
- Symbol design often overlooks specific user needs and localization requirements.
- Effective communication tools are crucial for speech, language, and literacy development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an online voting system for democratic symbol selection in AAC.
- To improve user satisfaction through symbol adaptation in a localization context.
- To investigate the impact of user participation on symbol design for AAC.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of an online voting system for symbol evaluation.
- Development of simplified acceptance scales and adapted grids for AAC users.
- Incorporation of user feedback on cultural and linguistic nuances.
Main Results:
- User participation significantly influenced symbol design and acceptance.
- Symbol adaptations addressing local dress codes, language, social settings, and religious sensitivities were necessary.
- The system facilitated higher levels of user satisfaction with designed symbols.
Conclusions:
- Democratic online voting is effective for designing culturally appropriate AAC symbols.
- User-centered design and localization are critical for successful AAC implementation.
- Involving users from the outset ensures greater satisfaction and usability of communication aids.
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