Understanding choice in assistive technology service provision: considerations for research methodology
Poster
Paper/Presentation Title | Understanding choice in assistive technology service provision: considerations for research methodology |
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Presentation Type | Poster |
Authors | Steel, Emily J. (Author), Foster, Michele M. (Author) and Bennett, Sally (Author) |
Journal or Proceedings Title | Proceedings of New Frontiers in Assistive Technology Conference (RESNA 2015) |
Number of Pages | 5 |
Year | 2015 |
Place of Publication | Arlington, VA, United States |
Web Address (URL) of Paper | http://www.resna.org/sites/default/files/conference/2015/outcomes/student_scientific/steel.html |
Conference/Event | New Frontiers in Assistive Technology: RESNA Annual Conference 2015 |
Event Details | New Frontiers in Assistive Technology: RESNA Annual Conference 2015 Event Date 10 to end of 14 Jun 2015 Event Location Denver, United States |
Abstract | The adoption of choice as a policy principle in disability services reforms warrants research into the practical implications for assistive technology provision. This paper outlines methodological considerations for the investigation of how choice is constructed and experienced in assistive technology provision. It argues for an interpretive approach that considers the interactions between stakeholders and the influence of contextual factors on choices over time. Understanding stakeholders’ interpretations and contextual factors that affect their choice behaviors in AT acquisition will assist the interpretation of AT outcomes. It may also assist in efforts to increase the usability of AT services, develop improved service delivery models, and target policy initiatives to support AT provision practices. |
Keywords | assistive technology, choice, methodology, interpretive research |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 420318. People with disability |
Public Notes | Poster presentation. |
Byline Affiliations | University of Queensland |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q48vz/understanding-choice-in-assistive-technology-service-provision-considerations-for-research-methodology
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