Refining Participatory Design for AAC Users

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Blade Frisch, Michigan Technological UniversityFollow
Keith Vertanen, Michigan Technological UniversityFollow

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Article

Publication Date

6-24-2025

Department

Department of Computer Science

Abstract

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) is a field of research and practice that works with people who have a communication disability. One form AAC can take is a high-tech tool, such as a software-based communication system. Like all user interfaces, these systems must be designed and it is critical to include AAC users in the design process for their systems. A participatory design approach can include AAC users in the design process, but modifications may be necessary to make these methods more accessible. We present a two-part design process we are investigating for improving the participatory design for high-tech AAC systems. We discuss our plans to refine the accessibility of this process based on participant feedback.

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arXiv

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Frisch, B., & Vertanen, K. (2025). Refining Participatory Design for AAC Users. arXiv. http://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2506.19995
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