Judge, S., Hawley, M.S., Cunningham, S. et al. (1 more author) (2015) What is the potential for context aware communication aids? Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology, 39 (7). pp. 448-453. ISSN 0309-1902
Abstract
Use of voice output communication aids (VOCAs) can be a very effective strategy to assist people with speech impairments in communicating. Despite this, people who use communication aids often express frustration with VOCAs—desiring devices that are simpler, quicker and more effective to use. Whilst it is not possible to resolve all these issues with technology, it is argued that significant progress can be made. The use of contextual information is one development that could improve the simplicity and effectiveness of communication aid design. Improving the effectiveness of communication aids, including through the use of context support, is a goal of the NIHR Devices for Dignity Assistive Technology Theme. This discussion paper examines the potential for creating ‘context aware’ communication aids. Three projects in which the authors have been involved are described to illustrate different approaches to the use of contextual information.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Copyright, Publisher and Additional Information: | © 2015 Taylor and Francis. This is an author produced version of a paper subsequently published in Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology. Uploaded in accordance with the publisher's self-archiving policy. |
Keywords: | Communication Aid; AAC; Context; NLG; NLP |
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Institution: | The University of Sheffield |
Academic Units: | The University of Sheffield > Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health (Sheffield) > School of Health and Related Research (Sheffield) |
Depositing User: | Mr Simon Judge |
Date Deposited: | 04 Feb 2016 15:22 |
Last Modified: | 03 Apr 2016 01:13 |
Published Version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/03091902.2015.1088091 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Taylor and Francis |
Refereed: | Yes |
Identification Number: | 10.3109/03091902.2015.1088091 |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:90718 |