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Rebecca Amery1, Julie Gungungbuy Wunungmurra2, Gurimaŋu Bukuḻatjpi2
1College of Indigenous Futures, Education, and the Arts, Charles Darwin University, Casuarina, Australia.
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (Baltimore, Md. : 1985)
|November 8, 2022
Summary
This study developed augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for Yolŋu people with Machado-Joseph disease, respecting cultural and linguistic needs. The research highlights the importance of community involvement in creating effective, culturally relevant AAC solutions.
Area of Science:
- Linguistic Anthropology
- Assistive Technology
- Indigenous Health
Background:
- Machado-Joseph disease impacts communication for Yolŋu families in northeast Arnhem Land.
- Existing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems may not adequately address the linguistic and cultural needs of Indigenous Australian populations.
- Yolŋu communities express a need for culturally tailored AAC solutions to enhance communication participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To collaboratively design and develop prototype augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems in Yolŋu languages.
- To address the unique linguistic and cultural considerations for AAC development within an Aboriginal Australian context.
- To support communication opportunities for Yolŋu individuals living with Machado-Joseph disease.
Main Methods:
- Participatory action research involving Yolŋu and Balanda (non-Aboriginal) researchers.
- Collaborative intercultural process utilizing strength-based communication contexts.
- Development of culturally responsive literacy, language, and AAC activities to create four prototype Yolŋu AAC systems.
Main Results:
- Four prototype Yolŋu AAC systems were developed, catering to varied literacy levels.
- Yolŋu language, culture, and worldview significantly influenced all design decisions.
- Key considerations for representation, organization, layout, and access in AAC design were identified.
Conclusions:
- Culturally responsive AAC design is crucial for effective communication in Indigenous communities.
- Collaborative, community-led research ensures AAC systems align with users' worldviews and needs.
- The developed prototypes offer a foundation for future culturally appropriate AAC interventions for Yolŋu people.
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