As well as Dancing in Data, Wendy presented a paper entitled: “Somability: movement, independence and social engagement for adults with complex needs”, which reported on the design process and early findings on the Somability project. Even though we created the software back in 2014, there is still a need for playful, responsive interfaces that generate creative agency. This work is now feeding into our new research and collaborations with SEN teachers seeking opportunities to enhance the learning experiences of young people with PMLD within the WAG Digital Competence Framework.
Category Archives: Publications
Dancing in data: Representation, repetition and recreation
Lise and Wendy presented their paper “Dancing in data: Representation, repetition and recreation” and the inaugural Movementis Conference at the Oxford University Examination Rooms this week. Although the conference had a scientific bias, the paper received very positive feedback from those who appreciated the need for a “human” approach to movement research
Towards Independence: Using motion sensing technologies to amplify the abilities of adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties
Keay-Bright, W. (2014) Towards Independence: Using motion sensing technologies to amplify the abilities of adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, Recent Advances in Assistive Technology & Engineering, RAatE 2014
RAatE 2014 is the only UK conference focused on the latest innovations and developments in assistive technology (AT).
Camera-Based Motion-Tracking and Performing Arts for Persons with Motor Disabilities and Autism
Kontogeorgakopoulos, A. , Keay-Bright, W., Wechsler (2013) ed Kouroupetroglou, G. Camera-Based Motion-Tracking and Performing Arts for Persons with Motor Disabilities and Autism. in Assistive Technologies, Disability Informatics and Computer Access for Motor Limitations. IGI Global
Autism and Somantics: Capturing Behaviour In The Wild
D.J. Walker, W. Keay-Bright, D. Cobner (2012), Eds. A.J. Spink, F. Grieco, O.E. Krips, L.W.S. Loijens, L.P.J.J. Noldus, and P.H. Zimmerman. Autism and Somantics: Capturing Behaviour In The Wild, Proceedings of Measuring Behavior 2012 (Utrecht, The Netherlands, August 28-31, 2012)
ReacTickles Global: A Non-Textual Mobile & Networked Play Space
Keay-Bright, W. (2008) ‘ReacTickles Global: A Non-Textual Mobile & Networked Play Space’, conference paper in the Proceedings of the Participatory Design Conference, CPSR/ACM, Indiana University pp.258- 261
The Reactive Colours Project: Taking an Embodied Approach to Information Communication Technologies, Creativity and Special Education
Keay-Bright, W. (2008) ‘The Reactive Colours project: Taking an Embodied Approach to ICT in Special Education’, journal paper in a Future of Creative Technologies special edition of the Journal of the Institute of Creative Technologies, Volume 1, ISSN 1757-7934, pp.18-21
ReacTickles: Playful Interaction with Information Communication Technologies
Keay-Bright, W. (2009) ReacTickles: Playful Interaction with Information Communication Technologies, journal paper in the International Journal of Art & Technology, 2, 1/2, pp.133-151
Simplicity the Key to Engagement for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Keay-Bright, W., Howarth I.C., (2011) Is Simplicity the Key to Engagement for Children on the Autism Spectrum, journal paper in the Journal of Personal and Ubiquitous Computing, Theme Issue on Technology for Autism, Springer March/April
Designing Interaction Though Sound and Movement with Children on the Autistic Spectrum
Keay-Bright, W. (2011) Designing Interaction Though Sound and Movement with Children on the Autistic Spectrum, Proceedings title: Arts and Technology, Second International Conference, ArtsIT 2011, Lecture Notes of the Institute for Computer Sciences, Social Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering (LNICST) Publisher: Springer
Co-Creating Tools for Touch
Keay-Bright, W. Lewis, J.G., (2011) Co-Creating Tools for Touch: applying an inspire-create-play-appropriate methodology for the ideation of therapeutic technologies, conference paper for Include, 2011 published in proceedings ISBN 978-1-907342-29-5. This paper was awarded Best Innovation in Inclusive Design
Tangible technologies as interactive play spaces for children with learning difficulties: the Reactive Colours project
Keay-Bright, W. (2008) ‘Tangible technologies as interactive play spaces for
children with learning difficulties: the Reactive Colours project’, The International
Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, Volume 4, Issue 1, pp.111-120
Can computers create relaxation?
Keay-Bright, W. (2007) ‘Can computers create relaxation? Designing Reactickles software with children on the autistic spectrum’, CoDesign, 3, (2) 97 – 110
The Reactive Colours project: demonstrating participatory and collaborative design methods for the creation of software for autistic children.
Keay-Bright, W. (2007) The Reactive Colours project: demonstrating participatory and collaborative design methods for the creation of software for autistic children. Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal, Volume 1, Issue 2, pp.7-16 *Won Award for Excellence in Design
Dancing with Disorder: Design, Discourse and Disaster
Keay-Bright, W. (2007) Designing playful sensory experiences with interactive whiteboard technology: the implications for children on the autistic spectrum. Dancing with Disorder: Design, Discourse and Disaster: 7th European Academy of Design Conference: Published conference proceedings
Reactivities: Autism and Play
Keay-Bright, W. (2006) Reactivities: Autism and Play. Digital Creativity, 17, (3) pp149-156