A Sense of Control: Virtual Communities for People with Mobility Impairments

By Christine M. Tilley

This work develops a theoretical framework for a virtual community for people with long-term, severe mobility disabilities. It proposes strategies for implementing a virtual community model based on user information needs. The central theme to emerge from their narratives is how the use of information and communications technology (ICT) allows them to regain a sense of control. The conclusion is that the technology provides strategies for independence and facilitates self-empowerment.

Draws on the author's wide-ranging experience of ICT and disabilityProvides practical and realistic recommendations to real-world problems

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1843345218
• ISBN13: 9781843345213
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Chandos Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.3" x 9.3"