Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic created the need to use digital health resources (DR), as they sometimes were the only option to receive healthcare or social interaction. The aim of this research is to provide insight into the experiences during the lockdown of older people using DR for health in general and the points of improvement they see. A qualitative study was carried out using semistructured interviews with older persons by telephone. A total of 10 older adults participated, with a median age of 78 years, the majority having a chronic disease. The most important themes for motivation to use health-related DR were ‘urgency’ and ‘usefulness’. Experiences with DR were related to the themes ‘human contact’ and ‘communication’, which were experienced by respondents as facilitated by DR, and ‘time and energy’, which was two-sided. Additionally, most older persons worried about accessibility of DR by all older persons and the support needed. In conclusion, older persons are convinced of the urgency and the usefulness of digital technology for health and healthcare. Time and energy constraints can be alleviated by using DR on the one hand, but this can also be challenging if older persons are less digitally skilled or lack digital literacy. Good and sustained human support is therefore mandatory
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De training Digital Storytelling en opleiding tot trainer Digital Storytelling worden door het lectoraat Vernieuwende Opleidingsmethodiek en -didactiek van de Faculteit Educatie van de Hogeschool Utrecht samen met de Faculteit Maatschappij en Recht van de Hogeschool Utrecht uitgewerkt tot een multimediale methode voor pedagogen, docenten, coaches, opleiders, leraren en social workers.
Purpose: This is a position paper describing the elements of an international framework for assistive techhnology provision that could guide the development of policies, systems and service delivery procedures across the world. It describes general requirements, quality criteria and possible approaches that may help to enhance the accessibility of affordable and high quality assistive technology solutions. Materials and methods: The paper is based on the experience of the authors, an analysis of the existing literature and the inputs from many colleagues in the field of assistive technology provision. It includes the results of discussions of an earlier version of the paper during an international conference on the topic in August 2017. Results and conclusion: The paper ends with the recommendation to develop an international standard for assistive technology provision. Such a standard can have a major impact on the accessibility of AT for people with disabilities. The paper outlines some the key elements to be included in a standard.
Horse riding falls under the “Sport for Life” disciplines, where a long-term equestrian development can provide a clear pathway of developmental stages to help individuals, inclusive of those with a disability, to pursue their goals in sport and physical activity, providing long-term health benefits. However, the biomechanical interaction between horse and (disabled) rider is not wholly understood, leaving challenges and opportunities for the horse riding sport. Therefore, the purpose of this KIEM project is to start an interdisciplinary collaboration between parties interested in integrating existing knowledge on horse and (disabled) rider interaction with any novel insights to be gained from analysing recently collected sensor data using the EquiMoves™ system. EquiMoves is based on the state-of-the-art inertial- and orientational-sensor system ProMove-mini from Inertia Technology B.V., a partner in this proposal. On the basis of analysing previously collected data, machine learning algorithms will be selected for implementation in existing or modified EquiMoves sensor hardware and software solutions. Target applications and follow-ups include: - Improving horse and (disabled) rider interaction for riders of all skill levels; - Objective evidence-based classification system for competitive grading of disabled riders in Para Dressage events; - Identifying biomechanical irregularities for detecting and/or preventing injuries of horses. Topic-wise, the project is connected to “Smart Technologies and Materials”, “High Tech Systems & Materials” and “Digital key technologies”. The core consortium of Saxion University of Applied Sciences, Rosmark Consultancy and Inertia Technology will receive feedback to project progress and outcomes from a panel of international experts (Utrecht University, Sport Horse Health Plan, University of Central Lancashire, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences), combining a strong mix of expertise on horse and rider biomechanics, veterinary medicine, sensor hardware, data analysis and AI/machine learning algorithm development and implementation, all together presenting a solid collaborative base for derived RAAK-mkb, -publiek and/or -PRO follow-up projects.
Creating and testing the first Brand Segmentation Model in Augmented Reality using Microsoft Hololens. Sanoma together with SAMR launched an online brand segmentation tool based on large scale research, The brand model uses several brand values divided over three axes. However they cannot be displayed clearly in a 2D model. The space of BSR Quality Planner can be seen as a 3-dimensional meaningful space that is defined by the terms used to typify the brands. The third axis concerns a behaviour-based dimension: from ‘quirky behaviour’ to ‘standardadjusted behaviour’ (respectful, tolerant, solidarity). ‘Virtual/augmented reality’ does make it possible to clearly display (and experience) 3D. The Academy for Digital Entertainment (ADE) of Breda University of Applied Sciences has created the BSR Quality Planner in Virtual Reality – as a hologram. It’s the world’s first segmentation model in AR. Breda University of Applied Sciences (professorship Digital Media Concepts) has deployed hologram technology in order to use and demonstrate the planning tool in 3D. The Microsoft HoloLens can be used to experience the model in 3D while the user still sees the actual surroundings (unlike VR, with AR the space in which the user is active remains visible). The HoloLens is wireless, so the user can easily walk around the hologram. The device is operated using finger gestures, eye movements or voice commands. On a computer screen, other people who are present can watch along with the user. Research showed the added value of the AR model.Partners:Sanoma MediaMarketResponse (SAMR)
Dit voorstel betreft een onderzoek naar de toepassingsmogelijkheden van een nieuw biocomposiet in het circulaire bouwproces. Met behulp van innovatieve digitale ontwerp- en productietechnieken wordt onderzocht hoe en waar het biocomposiet, zowel functioneel als esthetisch, hoogwaardig toegepast kan worden in de bouw, met het circulaire paviljoen ‘Waterfront’ als testcase. Het onderzoek wordt uitgevoerd door het onderzoeksprogramma Urban Technology van de Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Studio Samira Boon en NEXT architects. De rijksoverheid heeft als doelstelling dat niet alleen alle nieuwbouwwoningen per 2020 energieneutraal gebouwd moeten worden, maar ook dat per 2050 alle bouw in Nederland circulair moet zijn. In de “Transitieagenda circulaire bouweconomie 2018” is de strategie hiervoor opgesteld. Het bouwproject ‘Paviljoen Waterfront’ is een test op basis van de ambities die de rijksoverheid heeft voor Nederland in 2023: energie neutraal EN circulair. Het door de HvA ontwikkelde circulaire biocomposiet lijkt een uitermate geschikt materiaal voor architectonische toepassingen binnen de circulaire bouw. Het is echter een halffabrikaat, zacht als vilt op rol (plaat), en door de unieke eigenschappen ook met digitale nabewerkingstechieken te bewerken. Origamitechnieken kunnen middels patronen van zachte buiglijnen en harde vlakken belangrijke eigenschappen, o.a. draagkracht, flexibiliteit en akoestiek, toevoegen aan een vlak materiaal. Daarom lijkt een combinatie van dit biocomposiet, origami techniek en digitale productie een ultieme combinatie. Studio Samira Boon heeft jarenlange ervaring in het gebruik van origamitechnieken voor textiele 3D constructie en heeft de vraag of deze techniek ook op circulair biocomposiet kan worden toegepast. Next Architects ziet een kans om vernieuwende circulaire bouwconcepten met biocomposiet te ontwerpen, als dit materiaal eenvoudig en flexibel kan worden toegepast. Door dit onderzoek beogen betrokken partijen kennis te verwerven zodat dit materiaal kan worden verwerkt tot visueel aantrekkelijke 3D producten ten behoeve van klimaatbeheersing, akoestiek en flexibel ruimtegebruik in de circulaire bouweconomie.
