Tablet devices: Supporting practitioners to conduct informed conversations

Emily Wechter; Kate McDonell; Michele Verdonck

doi:10.1177/0308022616651283

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Tablet devices: Supporting practitioners to conduct informed conversations

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Tablet devices: Supporting practitioners to conduct informed conversations

Emily Wechter, Kate McDonell and Michele Verdonck

British Journal of Occupational Therapy, Vol.80(5), pp.327-331

2017

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/0308022616651283

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intellectual disability

assistive technology

hand-held devices

iPad

training

UniSC Diversity Area - Disability and Inclusion

Statement of context: The ubiquitous nature of tablet devices and their related applications known as apps has led to their use as assistive technologies in a range of settings, including intellectual disability. Using tablet technology for this purpose requires collaboration to foster informed choices for users. Critical reflection on practice: Two initiatives are described, aimed at building knowledge and confidence of practitioners to enable informed conversations with people who plan to use tablet devices. Outcomes of these training workshops and a fact sheet are presented. Implications for practice: Findings from 99 attendees indicated that training and resources were beneficial to practitioners to increase knowledge and confidence. However, ongoing support is required to ensure confidence and collaboration.

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Title: Tablet devices: Supporting practitioners to conduct informed conversations
Authors: Emily Wechter (Author) - Department of Family and Community Services
Kate McDonell (Author) - Department of Family and Community Services
Michele Verdonck (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
Publication details: British Journal of Occupational Therapy, Vol.80(5), pp.327-331
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd.
Date published: 2017
DOI: 10.1177/0308022616651283
ISSN: 0308-0226
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health - Occupational Therapy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99449623502621
Output Type: Journal article

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