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Web-Based System Navigation Database to Support Equitable Access to Assistive Technology: Usability Testing Study.

Tamika Jarvis¹, Allison M L Mah², Rosalie H Wang²

¹Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada.

JMIR Formative Research

|November 3, 2022

Summary

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Usability testing of the AccessATCanada website revealed that end-user feedback significantly improved its functionality and user-friendliness. The resource aims to simplify navigation of assistive technology (AT) services in Canada.

Keywords:

assistive technology health services internet program funding usability testing web-based database

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Area of Science:

Assistive Technology (AT)
Human-Computer Interaction
Health Informatics

Background:

Navigating Canada's assistive technology (AT) system is complex and fragmented, creating barriers for users, caregivers, and providers.
AccessATCanada was developed as a centralized, web-based resource to streamline access to AT information and services.
The platform provides details on jurisdictional funding programs and services.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the usability of the AccessATCanada website.
To gather end-user feedback on features, functionality, strengths, and areas for improvement.
To inform website updates for enhanced user-friendliness and functionality prior to official launch.

Main Methods:

Usability testing employing a think-aloud approach and semistructured interviews.
Qualitative thematic analysis of user experiences.
Iterative updates based on user feedback over two testing cycles.

Main Results:

Ten participants (consumers, caregiver, providers) completed usability testing.
Usability performance and efficiency scores improved across testing cycles.
The website achieved an overall System Usability Score of 62.22 (OK/fair to good), with most issues identified as minor.

Conclusions:

Usability testing is crucial for developing user-centered AT resources.
Involving diverse users and considering design accessibility are key.
AccessATCanada contributes to a global effort to improve AT access and reduce system complexity.