Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Health Informatics J. 2021 Apr-Jun;27(2):14604582211005004. doi: 10.1177/14604582211005004.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools and Assistive Technologies (AT) can support people with Down Syndrome (PDS) and Intellectual Disabilities (PID) in increasing their self-confidence and independence, enhancing skills, and competences, participating in leisure activities. For families of PDS/PID, professionals, non-formal caregivers and volunteers, the challenge is to appreciate the benefits of ICT Tools in promoting inclusion. The aim of this study is to present the interdisciplinary and multidimensional scope of the DS Leisure project aiming at promoting the inclusion of PDS/PID through innovative ICT tools and their participation in inclusive leisure activities. Particularly, 24 individuals were asked to assess the global satisfaction and performance of PDS/PID, as well as the exploitation of ICT tools. Findings suggested that PDS/PID specific social, decision-making, and communication skills were significantly improved after their participation in the Experiential Activity and the e-Training platform was positively rated and considered a constructive learning experience.
信息和通信技术（ICT）工具和辅助技术（AT）可以支持唐氏综合征（PDS）和智力残疾（PID）患者提高自信和独立性，增强技能和能力，参与休闲活动。对于 PDS/PID 的家庭、专业人士、非正式照顾者和志愿者来说，挑战在于认识到 ICT 工具在促进包容方面的好处。本研究旨在展示 DS 休闲项目的跨学科和多维度范围，旨在通过创新的 ICT 工具促进 PDS/PID 的包容，并让他们参与包容性的休闲活动。特别是，有 24 人被要求评估 PDS/PID 的整体满意度和表现，以及对 ICT 工具的利用。研究结果表明，参与者在体验活动和电子培训平台中的参与使 PDS/PID 的特定社交、决策和沟通技能得到了显著提高，同时该电子培训平台也获得了积极评价，并被认为是一种具有建设性的学习体验。
