Article

There is a high rate of speech recognition software (SRS)
abandonment by adolescent students with physical disabilities. PURPOSE:
This study sought to describe the experience of adolescents & their parents, who
experienced abandonment of SRS. METHODS: Using a narrative inquiry method,
semi-structured interviews were conducted with three adolescents with a physical
disability (and two parents).
The individual narratives were transcribed and
analyzed using plot-solution and three-dimensional space narrative elements.
RESULTS: Participants' descriptions of their experiences of abandonment emerged
along four descriptive themes: (a) they didn't tell me the whole story, (b) I
know how to use it, it's just not worth the time and effort, (c) it's just not
the right fit for me or my needs, (d) there's an easier way! CONCLUSION:
Participants believed the SRS was not an adequate fit for their needs or their
specific disabilities and so resorted to alternative methods of written
communication. A better understanding of the compatibility of the client's needs
with the strengths & limitations of the technology, may improve the prescription
and intervention process for both therapists & their clients.

Langue : ANGLAIS