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This study presents a new tool to help individuals with cognitive disabilities navigate the internet. The assistive technology offers supplementary information to aid understanding of online content and interactions.

Area of Science:

  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Assistive Technology
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Internet accessibility remains a challenge for individuals with cognitive disabilities.
  • Existing assistive technologies often lack tailored support for complex online interactions.
  • A need exists for tools that bridge the gap in understanding digital content.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development status of an internet assistance tool for users with cognitive disabilities.
  • To introduce an interface designed to enhance comprehension of web content and interaction mechanics.
  • To provide a solution that addresses specific barriers faced by this user group online.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a novel assistive interface.
  • Integration of additional and alternative information delivery mechanisms.
Keywords:
Cognitive accessibilityassistive technologyweb accessibility

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  • Focus on supporting comprehension of both content and user interaction elements.

    • Main Results:

    • The tool provides supplementary information to clarify web content.
    • Alternative interfaces are offered for interaction mechanics that may be misunderstood.
    • The system is designed to adapt to the user's specific needs.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed tool shows promise in improving internet usability for people with cognitive disabilities.
    • Further development and testing are expected to enhance its effectiveness.
    • This approach offers a pathway to greater digital inclusion for underserved populations.