5511V - A View to Future Visual Supports for People With Communication Disability: Augmented Reality Guides

Augmented reality (AR) applications may provide immersive visual supports that foster user engagement in activities. However, little information is available on the application of AR apps in the field of speech-language pathology. We investigated use of the Microsoft® HoloLens2® with Guides software. Autoethnography with the two researchers used a custom-made, AR visual guide to the steps of making a cup of tea in the real world while wearing the Hololens headset and the guide. The researchers user tested the AR guide and reflected on opportunities and barriers to further use of AR technology to support people with disability in everyday activities. Augmented Reality instruction guides offer a situated and integrated means of providing visual support to people with disabilities.