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Sound Sense: UX Research for Inclusive and Accessible Sound Design

taught by: Ciara Salmon, Megan Cackett

Session Summary

NOTE: This is a VIRTUAL SESSION only. If you are onsite at St. Edward's, please find a quiet place to sit and join the Zoom event.

Description

Sound can be a powerful tool for creating more inclusive, accessible experiences. This session will explore how sound impacts diverse users, including those with and without hearing impairments, and how environmental factors shape sound design in products.

Practical Skills

  • Understanding of sound’s impact on accessibility – Learn how sound influences diverse user groups, beyond just those with hearing impairments, and how environmental factors shape sound design in products.
  • Practical strategies for testing audio in product design – Gain knowledge on designing testing scenarios that address multiple variables, ensuring the inclusion of diverse users in research.
  • Actionable insights from real-world examplesLeave with practical takeaways for leveraging sound to create more inclusive and accessible products.