Which Are the Needs of People with Learning Disorders for Inclusive Museums? Design of OLOS®—An Innovative Audio-Visual Technology
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Abstract
This paper proposes an innovative methodology for enhancing museum accessibility and inclusivity for visitors with specific learning disorders (SLDs) using audio-visual interfaces based on patented technology. The approach involves analyzing user preferences and dyslexic students’ self-assessments through two questionnaires. This study gathered 126 responses from both SLD-certified individuals and those without intellectual disabilities for the first questionnaire and over 1300 responses exclusively from SLD-certified individuals for the second. Results suggest practical solutions such as new visual effects, gamification methods, and user-friendly informational materials linked to an AI system. These findings serve as guidelines for developing technology to improve museum accessibility, particularly for individuals with SLDs.
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OpenAlex topics: Tactile and Sensory Interactions · Augmented Reality Applications · Virtual Reality Applications and Impacts
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Affiliations
Department of Economics, Engineering, Society and Business Organization, University of Tuscia, 01100 Viterbo, Italy
Department of Humanities, Communication and Tourism, University of Tuscia, 01100 Viterbo, Italy
Blue Cinema TV, 00153 Rome, Italy
Funding
Latio region · Italian Ministry of Culture
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