The use of everyday and assistive technology in the lives of older autistic adults

Autism ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 136236132110585
Author(s):  
Lidan Zheng ◽  
Kitty-Rose Foley ◽  
Rachel Grove ◽  
Kieran Elley ◽  
Scott Andrew Brown ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Technology Use ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Support Needs ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Autistic Adults ◽  
Guidelines And Recommendations ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

Assistive technologies have the potential to provide accessible support to people with varying needs and abilities, including older autistic adults. However, there is currently limited knowledge about how older autistic adults use technology in their daily lives, whether it is sufficient to meet their needs and whether they experience any barriers to technology use. To address these questions, we conducted semi-structured interviews with 15 autistic adults aged over 50 years. Using thematic analysis, we identified two major themes related to how older autistic adults use technology: ‘Helping to Manage the External Environment’ and ‘Increasing Everyday Accessibility and Convenience’. Overall, participants reported experiencing a number of challenges associated with performing everyday activities and while technology was able to offer some assistance, a number of gaps still remain in meeting the support needs of this population. Based on these findings, we offer some guidelines and recommendations for technology use with this population to guide future research and practice. Lay abstract Technology has the potential to help people with various support needs live more autonomous lives. This includes autistic individuals. In this article, we look at how older autistic adults use technology in their daily lives. Past research examining technology use and autism has mainly focused on helping children to learn new skills. To date, very little research has been conducted looking at how to create and design technology for use by older autistic adults. This is concerning because older autistic adults will likely have supports needs that match or exceed those of similarly aged non-autistic individuals. In this article, we spoke to autistic adults over 50 years about their daily experiences and how they use technology. We identified some important ways that older autistic adults use technology in their daily lives, as well as a number of support needs and barriers to technology use. Based on the findings, we were able to provide some guidelines and recommendations for technology developers and service providers to assist with designing, creating and using technology with older autistic adults.

scholarly journals Technology Use, Comfort, and Interest: A comparison between caregiver and older adult populations

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 662-663
Author(s):  
Sarah Hubner ◽  
Akankshya Chataut ◽  
Marcia Shade ◽  
Ann Fruhling ◽  
Natalie Manley ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Focus Groups ◽  
Older Adult ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Personal Autonomy ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Isolated Populations ◽  
Major Barrier ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

Abstract Remaining community-dwelling is a goal for most aging adults; however, this may necessitate assistance from caregivers. To reduce burden and improve adult autonomy, recent technological advancements have provided various supports. These advancements may improve quality of life (QOL) while also enhancing psychological/physical well-being for adults and caregivers. To investigate relationships between technology, QOL, and caregiver burden, needs assessments with focus groups were utilized. Four older adult focus groups (N=20) and three caregiver focus groups (N=12) were convened. Older adult participants, aged 64-83 years (M=73.1,SD=5.3), were 50% female and generally white (90%). Caregiver participants, aged 31-78 years (M=61.9,SD=12.6), were majority female (83%) and generally white (92%). Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, focus groups were conducted via Zoom video-conferencing. Thematic analyses revealed major themes of privacy, transportation, and interest in streamlined technologies. Throughout groups, privacy was consistently described; participants were either 1) apathetic, noting absence of privacy or 2) hyper-vigilant about security, citing privacy as a major barrier to utilization. Transportation, specifically self-driving/enhanced vehicles, emerged as a focus for future technologies as a means to reduce care burden and improve personal autonomy/QOL. In general, participants noted that major barriers to technology use included complexity and cost; persons expressed interest in simpler/cheaper devices. This study indicates varied interest in technology while exposing barriers to use. Additionally, the methodology demonstrates the utility of technology (e.g., Zoom) in accessing vulnerable and/or isolated populations. Overall, understanding barriers to technology use and adoption informs upcoming developments and may improve accessibility and usefulness in future systems/devices.

Barriers to technology use among older heart failure individuals in managing their symptoms after hospital discharge

2017 ◽  
Vol 105 ◽  
pp. 136-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda Nguyen ◽  
Karim Keshavjee ◽  
Norm Archer ◽  
Christopher Patterson ◽  
Femida Gwadry-Sridhar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Failure ◽  
Hospital Discharge ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

58-LB: Barriers to Technology Use for Underserved Communities with Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 69 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 58-LB
Author(s):  
ASHBY F. WALKER ◽  
NICOLAS CUTTRISS ◽  
MICHAEL J. HALLER ◽  
STEPHANIE L. FILIPP ◽  
KATARINA YABUT ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Underserved Communities ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

861-P: Barriers to Technology Use in Pediatric Patients with Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 68 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 861-P
Author(s):  
DAVID TSAI ◽  
MARK W. REID ◽  
JAQUELIN J. FLORES GARCIA ◽  
JENNIFER RAYMOND
Keyword(s):  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Pediatric Patients ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

scholarly journals Barriers to Technology use in Large and Small School Districts

10.28945/3596 ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 577-591 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gregory M Francom
Keyword(s):  
Technology Integration ◽  
School Districts ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Administrative Support ◽  
Technology Tools ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Access To Technology ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

Barriers to effective technology integration come in several different categories, including access to technology tools and resources, technology training and support, administrative support, time to plan and prepare for technology integration, and beliefs about the importance and usefulness of technology tools and resources. This study used survey research to compare reported barriers to technology use in smaller school districts and communities to those in larger school districts and communities. This study also sought to determine other district and classroom factors that could influence barriers to technology integration. The population for this study was current public K-12 teachers in a rural North Midwestern state. Findings indicated that teachers in smaller districts and communities reported more access to technology tools and resources and higher administrative support for the use of technology than did teachers in larger districts and communities. By contrast, teachers in larger districts and communities reported higher time to plan and prepare for technology integration.

scholarly journals Barriers to Technology Use and Endocrinology Care for Underserved Communities With Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes Care ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. dc202753
Author(s):  
Ashby F. Walker ◽  
Korey K. Hood ◽  
Matthew J. Gurka ◽  
Stephanie L. Filipp ◽  
Claudia Anez-Zabala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Underserved Communities ◽  
Barriers To Technology Use ◽  
Barriers To Technology

Technology in the Classroom: Teachers’ Technology Choices in Relation to Content Creation and Distribution

10.28945/4201 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Private School ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Educational Experience ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Creation ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Prime Concern

[This Proceedings paper was revised and published in the 2019 issue of the journal Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, Volume 16] Aim/Purpose: Teachers are being asked to integrate mobile technologies into their content creation and distribution tasks. This research aims to provide an understanding of teachers taking on this process and whether the use of technology has influenced their content creation and distribution in the classroom. Background: Many claim that the use of technology for content creation and distribution can only enhance and improve the educational experience. However, for teachers it is not simply the integration of technology that is of prime concern. As teachers are ultimately responsible for the success of technology integration, it is essential to understand teachers’ viewpoints and lived technology experiences. Methodology: The Task-Technology Fit (TTF) model was used to guide interpretive case study research. Six teachers were purposively sampled and interviewed from a private school where a digital strategy is already in place. Data was then analysed using directed content analysis in relation to TTF. Contribution: This paper provides an understanding of teachers’ mobile technology choices in relation to content creation and distribution tasks. Findings: Findings indicate that teachers fit technology into their tasks if they perceive the technology has a high level of benefit to the teaching task. In addition, the age of learners and the subject being taught are major influencers. Recommendations for Practitioners: Provides a more nuanced and in-depth understanding of teachers’ technology choices, which is necessary for the technology augmented educational experience of the future. Recommendations for Researchers: Provides an unbiased and theoretically guided view of mobile technology use with content creation and distribution tasks. Impact on Society: Teachers do not appear to use technology as a de facto standard, but specifically select technology which will save them time, reduce costs, and improve the educational experiences of their learners. Future Research: A mixed-method approach, including several diverse schools as well as learners would enrich the findings. Furthermore, consideration of hardware limitations and lack of software features are needed.

A Circular Business Model for Cloud Computing Services Providers

10.31355/33 ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 105-120
Author(s):  
Hamed Motaghi ◽  
Saeed Nosratabadi ◽  
Thabit Qasem Atobishi
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Business Model ◽  
Circular Economy ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Sustainable Consumption ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Computing Services ◽  
Proposed Model ◽  
Cloud Computing Service

NOTE: THIS ARTICLE WAS PUBLISHED WITH THE INFORMING SCIENCE INSTITUTE. Aim/Purpose................................................................................................................................................................................................. The main objective of the current study is to develop a business model for service providers of cloud computing which is designed based on circular economy principles and can ensure the sustainable consumption. Background Even though the demand for cloud computing technology is increasing day by day in all over the world, the current the linear economy principles are incapable to ensure society development needs. To consider the benefit of the society and the vendors at the same time, the principles of circular economy can address this issue. Methodology................................................................................................................................................................................................. An extensive literature review on consumption, sustainable consumption, circular economic, business model, and cloud computing were conducted. the proposed model of Osterwalder, Pigneur and Tucci (2005) is admitted designing the circular business model. Contribution................................................................................................................................................................................................. The proposed model of the study is the contribution of this study where provides the guidelines for the cloud computing service providers to achieve both their economic profits and the society’ needs. Findings Finding reveals that if the cloud computing service providers design their business model based on the “access” principle of circular economy, they can meet their economic profits and the society’ needs at a same time. Recommendations for Practitioners.............................................................................................................................................................. It is recommended to the startup and the existing businesses to utilize the proposed model of this study to reach a sustainable development. Recommendation for Researchers................................................................................................................................................................ It proposes a new circular business model and its linkages with community building. Impact on Society............................................................................................................................................................................................ The proposed model of the study provides guidelines to the cloud computing service providers to design a business model which is able not only to meet their economic profit, but also to meet the society’s and customers’ benefits. Future Research............................................................................................................................................................................................... Future researches can build on this research model which proposed in this study to examine the limitations of this model by using empirical researches.

scholarly journals Emerging Energy Harvesting Technology for Electro/Photo-Catalytic Water Splitting Application

Catalysts ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 142
Author(s):  
Jianfei Tang ◽  
Tianle Liu ◽  
Sijia Miao ◽  
Yuljae Cho
Keyword(s):  
Energy Harvesting ◽  
Water Splitting ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Energy Applications ◽  
Sustainable Environment ◽  
Energy Technologies ◽  
Splitting System

In recent years, we have experienced extreme climate changes due to the global warming, continuously impacting and changing our daily lives. To build a sustainable environment and society, various energy technologies have been developed and introduced. Among them, energy harvesting, converting ambient environmental energy into electrical energy, has emerged as one of the promising technologies for a variety of energy applications. In particular, a photo (electro) catalytic water splitting system, coupled with emerging energy harvesting technology, has demonstrated high device performance, demonstrating its great social impact for the development of the new water splitting system. In this review article, we introduce and discuss in detail the emerging energy-harvesting technology for photo (electro) catalytic water splitting applications. The article includes fundamentals of photocatalytic and electrocatalytic water splitting and water splitting applications coupled with the emerging energy-harvesting technologies using piezoelectric, piezo-phototronic, pyroelectric, triboelectric, and photovoltaic effects. We comprehensively deal with different mechanisms in water splitting processes with respect to the energy harvesting processes and their effect on the water splitting systems. Lastly, new opportunities in energy harvesting-assisted water splitting are introduced together with future research directions that need to be investigated for further development of new types of water splitting systems.

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