Details

Autor(en) / Beteiligte

• Crupi, Amanda R

Titel

Assistive technology in Canada: Exploring relationships between industry and academia

Ort / Verlag

ProQuest Dissertations & Theses

Erscheinungsjahr

2007

Quelle

ProQuest Dissertations & Theses A&I

Beschreibungen/Notizen

• Assistive technologies (AT) help people with disabilities perform activities of daily living, promoting accessibility and independence. Currently, there is a lack of information relating to the scope, function and nature of the AT industry in Canada. Two major stakeholders from this field is the focus for discussion: (1) assistive technology industry members, and (2) academic institutions that conduct research and train personnel for the industry. Data stems from the results of two surveys. The first survey targets companies who design, develop, and supply AT. The second survey is directed to university and college departments identified as recruitment targets for the ATI. Results indicate that both practical and knowledge gaps exist between the two stakeholder groups studied. The outcomes of this research can be used to help bridge these gaps by providing the government with a better understanding of the nature and competencies of the ATI in Canada.