Nafath Category: Nafath 24

Signed Languages And Deaf Communities

Sameer Semreen, Senior Presenter / Sign Language Expert, Aljazeera Network

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 29 December, 2023 | Last update: 10 March, 2024

December 29, 2023

This paper aims to shed light the concept of signed languages globally, It also sheds light on the societal culture of the users of this language, who are the deaf. They have a unique linguistic specificity that affects and is influenced by the environment and...

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DeepFoni: An Assistive Communication Innovation to Empower Individuals with Communication Difficulties

Saida Hamrit, DeepFoni suarl, Tunis, Tunisia

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 29 December, 2023 | Last update: 10 March, 2024

December 29, 2023

This article delves into the transformative capabilities of DeepFoni innovation, a state-of-the-art voice assistant designed to champion seamless communication across linguistic and cultural boundaries. As a beacon of technological innovation, DeepFoni seeks to...

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Localization of a Text-based App for Arabic Assistive Technology Users

Rebecca Bright & Swapnil Gadgil , Therapy Box, Sun Studio 3, 30 Warple Way London W3 0RX United Kingdom

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 29 December, 2023 | Last update: 10 March, 2024

December 29, 2023

Ensuring the successful adaptation of Predictable, a text-based Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) app for users in the Gulf region, required not only text translation and integration of an Arabic keyboard. Key considerations encompass design and...

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Enhancing the Efficacy of Assistive Technologies through Localization: A Comprehensive Analysis with a Focus on the Arab Region

Ahmed Elsheikh, Mada Qatar Assistive Technology Center, Doha, P.O. Box 24230, Qatar

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 29 December, 2023 | Last update: 10 March, 2024

December 29, 2023

The realm of Assistive Technologies (AT) blossoms at the nexus of inventive solutions and user-focused design. However, these technologies must intimately resonate with their users' cultural and linguistic nuances to reach their peak effectiveness. Consider the...

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Mada’s effort in the localization of Assistive Technology and Digital Accessibility A Gateway to Sustainable Inclusivity

Achraf Othman, Mada Qatar Assistive Technology Center, Doha, P.O. Box 24230, Qatar

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 29 December, 2023 | Last update: 10 March, 2024

December 29, 2023

The role of technology in promoting inclusivity for individuals with disabilities is increasingly recognized in today's digital age. However, a critical aspect often overlooked is the intersection of localization, assistive technology, and digital accessibility in...

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