“…For example, users with physical impairments are sometimes unable to execute precise input patterns with a computer mouse and users with visual impairments are often unable to read small-scale map visualizations (with little contrast). Recent examples have shown that a co-design of map application works well (Rittenbruch et al 2021, Aguilar et al 2021, Prestby et al 2023. However, these studies do not focus on the inclusion of people with disabilities.…”
Abstract. Current mapping tools are often not inclusive and cannot be used by all stakeholders of spatial planning processes. In a co-design process involving scientific researchers and co-researchers with different physical disabilities, the accessibility of existing collaborative mapping tools was assessed. Based on the requirements for an inclusive mapping tool that were derived from the assessment an existing open-source software was adapted and extended to better meet these requirements. The resulting prototype of an inclusive mapping application for digital maptables was then evaluated by the group of co-researchers. The aim of this inclusive tool is to support collaborative planning processes.
“…For example, users with physical impairments are sometimes unable to execute precise input patterns with a computer mouse and users with visual impairments are often unable to read small-scale map visualizations (with little contrast). Recent examples have shown that a co-design of map application works well (Rittenbruch et al 2021, Aguilar et al 2021, Prestby et al 2023. However, these studies do not focus on the inclusion of people with disabilities.…”
Abstract. Current mapping tools are often not inclusive and cannot be used by all stakeholders of spatial planning processes. In a co-design process involving scientific researchers and co-researchers with different physical disabilities, the accessibility of existing collaborative mapping tools was assessed. Based on the requirements for an inclusive mapping tool that were derived from the assessment an existing open-source software was adapted and extended to better meet these requirements. The resulting prototype of an inclusive mapping application for digital maptables was then evaluated by the group of co-researchers. The aim of this inclusive tool is to support collaborative planning processes.
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