Stomp: an interactive platform for people with intellectual disabilities

  • Authors:
  • Peta Wyeth;Jennifer Summerville;Barbara Adkins

  • Affiliations:
  • QLD University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland;QLD University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland;QLD University of Technology, Brisbane, Queensland

  • Venue:
  • Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Advances in Computer Entertainment Technology
  • Year:
  • 2011

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Abstract

For people with intellectual disabilities there are significant barriers to inclusion in socially cooperative endeavors. This paper investigates the effectiveness of Stomp, a tangible user interface (TUI) designed to provide new participatory experiences for people with intellectual disability. Results from an observational study reveal the extent to which the Stomp system supports social and physical interaction. The tangible, spatial and embodied qualities of Stomp result in an experience that does not rely on the acquisition of specific competencies before interaction and engagement can occur.