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Yang Hu1, Diane J Cook1, Matthew E Taylor1,2,3
1The School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99163, USA .
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|November 3, 2020
Summary
Computer-based learning environments significantly reduce smart home installation time for seniors. Training via SHiB CBLE improved installation speed and confidence, though accuracy remained similar to traditional methods.
Area of Science:
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Gerontology
- Smart Home Technology
Background:
- Smart-Home in a Box (SHiB) aims to enhance seniors' quality of life but requires self-installation, which has proven challenging for this demographic.
- Previous research indicated difficulties seniors face in correctly installing SHiB kits.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a computer-based learning environment (SHiB CBLE) compared to a written document for smart home sensor installation training.
- To assess the impact of training method on installation time, accuracy, and user confidence among older adults.
Main Methods:
- An experiment was conducted comparing installation performance after training with SHiB CBLE versus a traditional written document.
- Key metrics included installation time, accuracy rate, and self-reported confidence levels.
Main Results:
- Participants trained with SHiB CBLE demonstrated significantly reduced installation times (p<0.05) compared to the control group.
- Installation accuracy was comparable between the CBLE group (78%) and the control group (77%).
- The SHiB CBLE group reported significantly higher confidence (p<0.01) in their installation abilities.
Conclusions:
- Pre-installation training, particularly using a computer-based learning environment like SHiB CBLE, can streamline the smart home setup process for older adults.
- Training effectively shortens installation duration and boosts user confidence, potentially reducing frustration and improving adoption of smart home technologies by seniors.
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