Transdisciplinary Multi Modal Approach to Knowledge

TL;DR

This paper introduces a transdisciplinary, multi-modal approach to inclusive human-computer interaction, presenting a new accessible software and training activities to enhance natural signal detection and comprehension across diverse populations.

Contribution

It develops a novel multi-sensorial perception framework and a new accessible software, sonoUno, for inclusive human-computer interaction within a transdisciplinary research context.

Findings

Development of the sonoUno software for natural signal detection.

Implementation of training activities to improve user interaction.

Examples demonstrating the application of new devices and tools.

Abstract

The muti-modal or multi-sensorial perception of nature is presented in this article as part of research devoted to inclusive tools developed in the framework of User Centered Design. This proposal shows that it is possible to work in a transdisciplinary way, establishing feedback not only between designers and final users, but also between humans and computers, to reduce errors and co-design the resources according to personal needs. As part of the present research, we present the basis for a new accessible software, sonoUno, which was designed with the user in mind from the beginning, and we propose a training activity to enhance the user's capacities, expand the detection of different kinds of natural signals, and improve the comprehension of the Human Computer Interfaces, opening new windows to the sciences for diverse populations, not only in education and outreach but also in research. Some examples of the exploitation of these new devices and tools are also presented.