Older adults: Key factors in design

Zajicek, Mary

doi:10.1007/1-84628-089-3_9

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“…This also resolves the problems of those who may be operating without the capability of making a change -those who have mouse interaction problems may not be able to navigate to the appropriate part of the operating system because of their impairments (As discussed in [20]). As with those who lack the knowledge to make an accessibility change, the provision of support when the need is identified also improves the situation for those who cannot access the underlying functionality.…”

Section: Resolves Lack Of Knowledge Issuesmentioning

confidence: 97%

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Heron

Hanson

Ricketts

2013

Proceedings of the 5th ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems

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In this paper we outline ACCESS -an open source, crossplatform, plug-in enabled software framework designed to provide a mapping between user needs and system configuration. The framework inverts the responsibility for making system configuration changes so that it lies with the computer rather than the user. In turn, the responsibility for identifying when changes should be made is delegated onto the plug-ins that have been incorporated into the framework. User feedback is solicited by a simple reinforcement mechanic through which individuals can like or dislike adaptations that are made. User interaction adjusts the probabilities that plug-ins will be selected in future, and also allows for plug-ins to adjust their own algorithms in line with user preferences. Results of experimental testing are encouraging, and show strong support for the perceived benefit, tractability and appropriateness of the framework.

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Section: Resolves Lack Of Knowledge Issuesmentioning

confidence: 97%

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Heron

Hanson

Ricketts

2013

Proceedings of the 5th ACM SIGCHI Symposium on Engineering Interactive Computing Systems

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“…Our solution focuses on cognitive assistance and memory support in particular. Existing research on the relationship between elderly and technology carried out by Burdick (2004), Hirsch (2000) and Zajicek (2005) was a starting point for our design work. When discussing requirements with user groups some further important indications emerged:…”

Section: Application Requirements: Memory Support For Elderly Peoplementioning

confidence: 99%

Hermes: A Pervasive System for Memory Support and Ambient Assisted Living

Conconi

Cattaneo²,

Pnevmatikakis

et al. 2011

Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Software and Database Technologies

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As sensors and other pervasive computing technologies are increasingly penetrating ambient assisted living applications researchers, engineers and application architects are starving for tools, techniques and frameworks for building and integrating added-value applications. In this paper we present HERMES, the architecture and implementation of a pervasive computing platform, which supports the development of ambient assisted living applications for the ageing society, with a particular emphasis on memory aids and cognitive training. The platform is integrated in the sense that it enables combined support for memory aid and cognitive training applications. It is also accessible via ergonomic interfaces developed on top of multitouch surface devices. Furthermore, the platform is modular and extensible since it provides Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) for the flexible development of additional applications. Along with the middleware architecture of the platform we also present representative trial deployments, which manifest that the presented platform is an attractive option for building pervasive applications for the ageing society.

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“…Another important (and, again related) issue is that some older people's confidence regarding their ability to use technology can be very fragile (e.g. Zajicek, 2005), and it is vital from an ethical perspective not to put people in a position where whatever confidence they may have is put under threat (Gregor and Newell, 2001). These, and other issues demonstrate that a variety of aspects of the communication between older people and designers about the design of ICT is far from straightforward (Zajicek, 2004;Eisma et al, 2004).…”

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“…Zajicek, 2005). This type of approach may have much potential, but is limited (currently at least) by being static and predominantly text based and is also likely to lag behind state-of-the-art design questions by being 'tried and tested' in the context of earlier product generations.…”

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The efficacy of narrative video for raising awareness in ICT designers about older users’ requirements

Carmichael¹,

Newell²,

Morgan³

2007

Interacting with Computers

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This paper discusses the efficacy of narrative video to communicate some of the fundamental differences between older users of ICT interfaces and the interface designers who tend not to be familiar with the general perspectives and user requirements of this and other 'non-typical' target groups. Preliminary results show the impact such videos can have on relevant audiences' perspective on designing systems for older adults. The findings suggest that they can influence the mind set of those with little or no experience of designing for older users and that this influence can persist in the longer term. The findings also suggest that the extent of this influence can be an appropriate alternative to that of meeting and interacting with older users in a user centred design process, which although very valuable can be a logistically (and otherwise) challenging element in the training of prospective software designers. The potential utility and limits of this approach are also discussed.

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Older adults: Key factors in design

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