EduAbility: Provision of Assistive Technology Awareness and Training

Overview & Synopsis

Assistive Technology is designed to increase, maintain or improve the functioning of people with disabilities. These products can consider hardware, software or mechanical devices, such as a wheelchair. People with disabilities can have varying levels of ability and there cannot be a single technology solution to suit everyone. This paper presents EduAbility, an Android application that provides assistive technology recommendations and training. The findings of a preliminary focus group are discussed in terms of the preferred features and suggested improvements. Discussion of future work and subsequent usability evaluations are included. It is anticipated that EduAbility will maximize the uptake of assistive technology that can result in an improved quality of life for people with disabilities.