Project factsheet

The goal of the project was to contribute to the development of inclusive ICT solutions by means of R&D efforts towards personalization of the user interface.

This project led to an increased understanding of the challenges and needs which cognitively impaired users experience in daily-life situations involving various ICT solutions. Another important aspect was to develop a personalized user interface which gave a real advantage for the user with regard to a specific impairment.

The main objectives were as follows.

• To develop a tool to measure the user's relevant cognitive abilities.
• To demonstrate the tool by means of a gallery of virtual users.
• To show the potential of a personalized user interface.

The project included an evaluation of existing tests of cognitive abilities and established an overview of current personalization techniques. Development and testing were based on scenario methodology.

• Examined existing relevant tests of cognitive functioning
• Developed a tool and methodological framework for the evaluation of cognitively disabled ICT users
• Demonstrated the use of the framework in a so-called personas setting

A tool useful for the evaluation of the cognitive skills of an individual. Dissemination of knowledge about mental impairments and their significance for ICT in the scientific community.

The particular needs of the group of users with cognitive challenges were better understood. This means in turn a greater share of individuals who on their own are able to participate in a life strongly influenced by various information and communication technologies.

Results from the project are used in subsequent projects like UNIMOD and KogNett.