Design for Inclusion : Dialogues on Universal Design: Theory, Ethics and Practice / edited by Giulia Bencini.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Bencini, Giulia, editor.

Series:

Studies in health technology and informatics ; Volume 303.

Studies in Health Technology and Informatics Series ; Volume 303

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Universal design.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (122 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam : IOS Press, [2023]

Summary:

The book 'Design for Inclusion: Dialogues on Universal Design: Theory, Ethics and Practice' explores the principles and practices of Universal Design (UD) as a means to create inclusive environments that accommodate human diversity. Edited by Ilaria Garofolo and Giulia Bencini, the volume compiles insights from the Universal Design 2022 conference, highlighting real-world case studies and theoretical essays by experts in the field. It emphasizes the need for design that transcends traditional boundaries and integrates diverse human needs across various domains. The book targets scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in the intersection of design, accessibility, and human rights, aiming to foster dialogue and collaboration for more inclusive societies. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Intro

Title Page

Preface

About the Authors

Contents

Part 1. Mini Session Contents

Who Are We Building for? Tracing Universal Design in Urban Development

Funding and Provision Models for Mobile Technology for Persons with Disabilities

Towards Universally Designed Communication: Opportunities and Challenges in the Use of Automatic Speech Recognition Systems to Support Access, Understanding and Use of Information in Communicative Settings

Gathering Travel Needs and Preferences to Customize Truly Inclusive Experiences. The Case Study of the Interreg E-Chain Project

Every Museum Label for All? Reflection on Inclusive and Communicative Writing

The Role of Italy's Ministero della Cultura in the Process of Improving Accessibility to Cultural Heritage: National Lines of Action and Prospects for Protection in the Territory of the Soprintendenza di Cremona, Lodi e Mantova

Part 2. Reflections on UD

The Particular and the Universal. Reflections on Knowledge Production, Human Diversity and Human Rights in Universal Design

Inclusion, Sustainability, and Equity at the Heart of a 5.0 Society

The Role and Implication of UD to Foster Inclusion in Built Environments

Universal Design and Communication Rights: Meeting the Challenge of Linguistic and Communicative Diversity

Building Accessible Cities: A Reflection Through Time, Towards Future Perspectives

ICT for All: Where Do We Stand?

Subject Index

Author Index.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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ISBN:

9781643683935

1643683934

OCLC:

1397569758