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Course unit, curriculum year 2020–2021
ACC.220

Trends in accessibility research, 1 cr

Tampere University
Teaching periods
Active in period 4 (8.3.2021–31.5.2021)
Active in period 5 (1.6.2021–31.7.2021)
Course code
ACC.220
Language of instruction
English
Academic year
2020–2021
Level of study
Advanced studies
Grading scale
Pass-Fail
Persons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Pauliina Baltzar
Responsible organisation
Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences 100 %

From designing for disability, to designing for abilities and for augmenting human capabilities, this thematic module takes a broader look at the trends in research on accessibility with a focus on ideas, designs, prototypes, and products for the 21st century. The module will introduce ongoing research on Cyborgs, artificial limbs and augmentations, brain-computer interactions, AI, etc., through published research in HCI and accessibility, and other venues. The module discusses how our understanding of human abilities is changing, and the different research trajectories from where we are today.

Learning outcomes
Completion option 1

Independent study

03.05.2021 30.07.2021
Active in period 4 (8.3.2021–31.5.2021)
Active in period 5 (1.6.2021–31.7.2021)