Immersion by Inclusion

There has been a shift in interest towards the body as a central means of interaction in the design of experiences.  For people with certain types of cognitive disabilities, bodily expression plays an essential role in their lives. They have a remarkable repertoire of para-linguistic communication: an extraordinary creative space beyond traditional narratives and aesthetics, focused on embodied auto-ethnographic approach and content. As a result, these people can be considered experts in the field of embodiment and interaction.

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At the intersection of interaction design, art, and theatre, this session will provide insight into the extraordinary research collaboration “immersion by inclusion” and demonstrate a consciously sensitive approach to integrating these findings for social change.