The Use of Working Prototypes for Participatory Design with People with Disabilities

2016 ◽  
pp. 134-141 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brandon Haworth ◽  
Muhammad Usman ◽  
Melanie Baljko ◽  
Foad Hamidi
Keyword(s):  
Participatory Design ◽  
People With Disabilities

Potentials of Digital Assistive Technology and Special Education in Kenya

2017 ◽  
pp. 125-151
Author(s):  
Foad Hamidi ◽  
Patrick Mbullo Owuor ◽  
Michaela Hynie ◽  
Melanie Baljko ◽  
Susan McGrath
Keyword(s):  
Human Computer Interaction ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
East African ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Critical Disability Studies ◽  
Information And Computer Technology ◽  
African Context

Technology specifically designed for people with disabilities is important in lowering boundaries to education, employment and basic life needs. However, the growth of a vibrant tech sector in Kenya has had little effect on the prevalence of digital assistive technology in the country. In this chapter, the authors report on initial explorations undertaken in Kisumu, Kenya to identify existing strengths, relationships, and gaps in access to digital assistive technology. The goal was to explore opportunities for initiatives in participatory design of assistive technology, using an international community/academic partnership. Relevant literature and projects from the areas of Information and Computer Technology for Development (ICT4D), Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Critical Disability Studies are reviewed and, these theories are grounded in the authors' experience working with stakeholders in the region. The conclusion discusses promising future directions for participatory and collaborative research in Kenya, and more broadly in the East African context.

Potentials of Digital Assistive Technology and Special Education in Kenya

2017 ◽  
pp. 162-182
Author(s):  
Foad Hamidi ◽  
Patrick Mbullo Owuor ◽  
Michaela Hynie ◽  
Melanie Baljko ◽  
Susan McGrath
Keyword(s):  
Human Computer Interaction ◽  
Assistive Technology ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
East African ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Critical Disability Studies ◽  
Information And Computer Technology ◽  
African Context

Technology specifically designed for people with disabilities is important in lowering boundaries to education, employment and basic life needs. However, the growth of a vibrant tech sector in Kenya has had little effect on the prevalence of digital assistive technology in the country. In this chapter, the authors report on initial explorations undertaken in Kisumu, Kenya to identify existing strengths, relationships, and gaps in access to digital assistive technology. The goal was to explore opportunities for initiatives in participatory design of assistive technology, using an international community/academic partnership. Relevant literature and projects from the areas of Information and Computer Technology for Development (ICT4D), Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Critical Disability Studies are reviewed and, these theories are grounded in the authors' experience working with stakeholders in the region. The conclusion discusses promising future directions for participatory and collaborative research in Kenya, and more broadly in the East African context.

scholarly journals Participatory Design of Mass Health Communication in Three Languages for Seniors and People With Disabilities on Medicaid

2009 ◽  
Vol 99 (12) ◽  
pp. 2188-2195 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda Neuhauser ◽  
Beccah Rothschild ◽  
Carrie Graham ◽  
Susan L. Ivey ◽  
Susana Konishi
Keyword(s):  
Health Communication ◽  
Participatory Design ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Mass Health

Speech-Language Pathology in the Peace Corps: Necessity and Sustainability

2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-18
Author(s):  
Melissa A. Pierce
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Special Education ◽  
Peace Corps ◽  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Communication Disorders ◽  
The United States ◽  
Speech Language Pathology ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Language Pathology

In countries other than the United States, the study and practice of speech-language pathology is little known or nonexistent. Recognition of professionals in the field is minimal. Speech-language pathologists in countries where speech-language pathology is a widely recognized and respected profession often seek to share their expertise in places where little support is available for individuals with communication disorders. The Peace Corps offers a unique, long-term volunteer opportunity to people with a variety of backgrounds, including speech-language pathologists. Though Peace Corps programs do not specifically focus on speech-language pathology, many are easily adapted to the profession because they support populations of people with disabilities. This article describes how the needs of local children with communication disorders are readily addressed by a Special Education Peace Corps volunteer.

Habilitation: “Life-Changing” for People With Disabilities

ASHA Leader ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (9) ◽  
pp. 43-43
Author(s):  
Carol Polovoy
Keyword(s):  
People With Disabilities

Learning from the experiences of people with disabilities.

1996 ◽  
Vol 51 (9) ◽  
pp. 985-986 ◽  
Author(s):  
Douglas Biklen
Keyword(s):  
People With Disabilities

Improvement of Attitudes Toward People With Disabilities

1992 ◽  
Vol 37 (12) ◽  
pp. 1297-1298
Author(s):  
Stuart E. Schwartz
Keyword(s):  
People With Disabilities
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