Poorly vs optimally designed visual supports are associated with differences in pupil size during communication by individuals with Down syndrome

Jessica Saganowich

Imagine not being able to communicate. For some individuals with disabilities, current augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems are not meeting expectations for efficient speech. In order to maximize the effectiveness of AAC models, eye tracking technology was utilized to observe how pupil size of individuals with Down syndrome was affected by varying conditions of AAC display design.
Major: 
Biology
Exhibition Category: 
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Krista Wilkinson
Location: 
Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center
Poster Number: 
149