Why many new technologies fail people with disabilities: A mathematical approach

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Event time : 6:00pm

Please Note: Coffee will be available from 5:30pm

Edinburgh Napier University

Glassroom, Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5DT, Scotland

Organiser: Helen Stimpson (Branch Secretary)

Organiser Email: ima.scotland1@gmail.com

Tuesday September 3, 2019 6:00pm Tuesday September 3, 2019 6:00pm Europe/London Why many new technologies fail people with disabilities: A mathematical approach Edinburgh Napier University, Glassroom, Merchiston Campus, 10 Colinton Road, Edinburgh, EH10 5DT, Scotland Why many new technologies fail people with disabilities: A mathematical approach, a talk by Professor Simeon Keates (Edinburgh Napier University) […] Event Link: https://ima.org.uk/12041/why-many-new-technologies-fail-people-with-disabilities-a-mathematical-approach/ Helen Stimpson (Branch Secretary) ima.scotland1@gmail.com

Why many new technologies fail people with disabilities: A mathematical approach


Why many new technologies fail people with disabilities: A mathematical approach, a talk by Professor Simeon Keates (Edinburgh Napier University)

Abstract

It is widely accepted in principle that user-centred design is one of the key elements in the development of products that are both usable and accessible by the widest possible range of users.  However, how do you measure and evaluate whether the design of a product is good enough?  In this talk, we explore the science of measuring and modelling human performance and the use of such data in estimating the usability and accessibility of a new product.  The goal is to ensure that people are not excluded by design and that as many people as possible can benefit from newer, smarter technology.

No charge is made to attend meetings; non-IMA members are welcome.

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