The document provides information about a session on neuroarchitecture and aging. It begins with welcome and CE information. It then describes how the aging brain undergoes changes that impact sensory perception and cognitive function. As people age, their senses of hearing, vision, smell, taste and touch decline. The session will discuss research on the aging brain and senses, and explore design strategies that can address sensory changes and support brain health for older adults. These include addressing visual challenges through lighting, color contrast and glare reduction, as well as fall prevention through clear wayfinding and safe circulation.
The document discusses barrier free design and universal design. It aims to provide an accessible environment for all people, regardless of ability, through inclusive design. Key points include:
- The goal is for everyone to access and participate in everyday activities independently without assistance.
- Accessible design benefits all people, not just those with disabilities. It is now recognized as a basic necessity.
- Inclusive design considers the needs of people with physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities as well as other groups like the elderly.
- Accessible features include appropriate widths, slopes, railings, signage, and more to accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
The Hollywood Bowl is an 18,000 capacity open air theatre located in Hollywood, California. It features a distinctive band shell made of concentric arches set against the Hollywood Hills backdrop. Over time, improvements have been made to the shell and sound systems to enhance the acoustics. Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a 9,500 capacity open air theatre near Denver, Colorado that is set naturally between tall sandstone formations. Its design and geological features provide uniquely perfect acoustics for performances.
Physically Challanged Provisions in ArchitectureVarun Jain
The document discusses the design of a barrier-free environment for disabled access at a new tower project in Gurgaon, India. It aims to integrate disabled people into society by providing accessibility in open spaces like pathways and parking areas, as well as built spaces like ramps, elevators, staircases and restrooms. The document provides technical standards and considerations for ensuring independence, convenience and safety for disabled individuals.
An art museum or art gallery is a building or space for the exhibition of art, usually visual art. Museums can be public or private, but what distinguishes a museum is the ownership of a collection. Paintings are the most commonly displayed art objects; however, sculptures, decorative arts, furniture, textiles, costumes, drawings, pastels, watercolors, collages, prints, artist's books, photographs, and installation art are also regularly shown
The Yamuna Apartments housing complex in India was designed to create an "urban village" atmosphere for its lower-middle income residents. The 4.25 acre site includes open green spaces and pedestrian-only "gallis" or streets. Housing units are arranged in blocks around the gallis, with entrances directly from the gallis. This layout encourages social interaction among residents while children can play safely. The complex aims to incorporate traditional Indian housing elements like balconies, courtyards and terraces to provide outdoor living spaces and cross-ventilation within compact housing footprints.
This document provides a presentation on commercial buildings and multiplexes given by several students. It begins with an introduction to multiplexes, describing them as complexes of retail stores planned for customer convenience and merchandise exposure. It then discusses types of multiplexes including neighborhood, intermediate, and regional centers based on size. The document also provides a history of multiplexes in Nepal, describes various building components like parking, landscaping, recreational spaces, and more. It includes case studies of existing multiplexes in Nepal.
The document discusses plans for a park for the disabled located at Nalgonda Cross Roads. The 1.03 acre park will be divided into recreation and therapy zones, and include facilities like rides, gardens, physiotherapy areas, an amphitheater, event center, nursery, counseling center, and accessible restrooms. Design considerations aim to remove barriers and ensure safety for disabled visitors through wide pathways, signage, street furniture, and curb ramps. The park administration block will offer registration and supervision, while a sensory theater provides interactive learning. Overall, the park aims to provide an inclusive space for recreation, socialization, and therapy for the disabled community.
The document discusses barrier free design and universal design. It aims to provide an accessible environment for all people, regardless of ability, through inclusive design. Key points include:
- The goal is for everyone to access and participate in everyday activities independently without assistance.
- Accessible design benefits all people, not just those with disabilities. It is now recognized as a basic necessity.
- Inclusive design considers the needs of people with physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities as well as other groups like the elderly.
- Accessible features include appropriate widths, slopes, railings, signage, and more to accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility devices.
The Hollywood Bowl is an 18,000 capacity open air theatre located in Hollywood, California. It features a distinctive band shell made of concentric arches set against the Hollywood Hills backdrop. Over time, improvements have been made to the shell and sound systems to enhance the acoustics. Red Rocks Amphitheatre is a 9,500 capacity open air theatre near Denver, Colorado that is set naturally between tall sandstone formations. Its design and geological features provide uniquely perfect acoustics for performances.
Physically Challanged Provisions in ArchitectureVarun Jain
The document discusses the design of a barrier-free environment for disabled access at a new tower project in Gurgaon, India. It aims to integrate disabled people into society by providing accessibility in open spaces like pathways and parking areas, as well as built spaces like ramps, elevators, staircases and restrooms. The document provides technical standards and considerations for ensuring independence, convenience and safety for disabled individuals.
An art museum or art gallery is a building or space for the exhibition of art, usually visual art. Museums can be public or private, but what distinguishes a museum is the ownership of a collection. Paintings are the most commonly displayed art objects; however, sculptures, decorative arts, furniture, textiles, costumes, drawings, pastels, watercolors, collages, prints, artist's books, photographs, and installation art are also regularly shown
The Yamuna Apartments housing complex in India was designed to create an "urban village" atmosphere for its lower-middle income residents. The 4.25 acre site includes open green spaces and pedestrian-only "gallis" or streets. Housing units are arranged in blocks around the gallis, with entrances directly from the gallis. This layout encourages social interaction among residents while children can play safely. The complex aims to incorporate traditional Indian housing elements like balconies, courtyards and terraces to provide outdoor living spaces and cross-ventilation within compact housing footprints.
This document provides a presentation on commercial buildings and multiplexes given by several students. It begins with an introduction to multiplexes, describing them as complexes of retail stores planned for customer convenience and merchandise exposure. It then discusses types of multiplexes including neighborhood, intermediate, and regional centers based on size. The document also provides a history of multiplexes in Nepal, describes various building components like parking, landscaping, recreational spaces, and more. It includes case studies of existing multiplexes in Nepal.
The document discusses plans for a park for the disabled located at Nalgonda Cross Roads. The 1.03 acre park will be divided into recreation and therapy zones, and include facilities like rides, gardens, physiotherapy areas, an amphitheater, event center, nursery, counseling center, and accessible restrooms. Design considerations aim to remove barriers and ensure safety for disabled visitors through wide pathways, signage, street furniture, and curb ramps. The park administration block will offer registration and supervision, while a sensory theater provides interactive learning. Overall, the park aims to provide an inclusive space for recreation, socialization, and therapy for the disabled community.
The document discusses the design considerations for barrier-free school facilities that serve disabled students. It outlines four major principles: the range of movement for physically disabled people, their strength, dimensions of prosthetic devices like wheelchairs, and use of durable materials. It then provides details on classroom design including larger size, switch placement, window rails, and blackboard height. Case studies of three international schools are described that incorporate universal design features like sensory trails, redundant signage, and interaction between private and public spaces.
Barrier free architecture- Case study(Amar jyoti school Delhi)Bimenpreet Kaur
The Amar Jyoti School in Delhi educates equal numbers of children with and without disabilities from nursery to 8th grade. The campus is fully accessible with features like ramps, tactile paths, and a disabled-friendly bus. Ramps have handrails and 3-degree slopes. Tactile tiles guide students with low vision. Washrooms and other facilities are designed to be accessible.
This document describes the floor plan and room requirements for an architect's office. It includes 8 staff members and details several key rooms in the office - a reception area, conference room, administrative office, senior and principal architect's offices, studio, library, and passageways. It also provides a critical analysis noting some negatives like rooms being too crowded or small, and positives like the use of natural light and color themes. The purpose is to learn about designing the spaces within an architect's office to effectively work and showcase their designs to clients.
The document provides information on the Sidhartha Estella housing project located in Sector-103 of Dwarka Expressway in Gurgaon. It consists of 850 flats across 6 towers being built on a plot of 16 acres. The majority of flats are 3BHKs making up 65% of the built up area, while 2BHKs and 4BHKs each make up around 17-18%. Amenities include a swimming pool, gym, and green areas cover 59% of the total land. The project complies with local building bye-laws with respect to maximum ground coverage and floor area ratio.
Centre for blinds and visually impairedMayur karodia
This document provides information for designing an educational facility for visually impaired students in Indore, India. It includes the site details, design challenges, case studies of similar existing facilities, and the proposed design concept. The 7.5 acre site will include administrative buildings, classrooms, training workshops, hostels, and landscaped outdoor areas. The design aims to create an accessible environment through careful planning, circulation, textures, colors and sensory stimulation. Case studies of other blind schools provided insights into effective zoning, guidance systems, and creating an understanding environment.
The document outlines infrastructure requirements and standards for CBSE-affiliated schools in India. It details mandates for minimum land area, building size, classroom size, facilities for different subjects, computer and library resources, sanitation, and sports facilities. Schools must have at least 2 acres of land with buildings and a playground, classroom space of 1 sqm per student, a computer lab with 10 PCs and internet, and a library with 1500 books and 15 magazines. Detailed specifications are provided for classrooms, labs, toilets, administration areas, and outdoor spaces. Ventilation requirements are also outlined for different types of labs.
The Peckham Library in London was designed by Alsop Architects to revitalize the economically depressed area of Southwark and challenge stereotypes of libraries. The pre-patinated copper facade deters crime while allowing interior spaces filled with natural light. Pods and columns divide the interior into intimate reading nooks. Sustainability was prioritized through maximizing natural light, ventilation, and using low-maintenance materials. The striking and welcoming design has boosted the neighborhood's reputation.
Vernacular architecture is architecture characterised by the use of local materials and knowledge, usually without the supervision of professional architects. Vernacular architecture represents the majority of buildings and settlements created in pre-industrial societies and includes a very wide range of buildings, building traditions, and methods of construction.[1] Vernacular buildings are typically simple and practical, whether residential houses or built for other purposes.[2]
Although it encompassed 95% of the world's built environment in 1969,[3] vernacular architecture tends to be overlooked in traditional histories of design. It is not one specific style, so it cannot be distilled into a series of easy-to-digest patterns, materials, or elements.[4] Because of the usage of traditional building methods and local builders, vernacular buildings are considered part of a regional culture.
Vernacular architecture can be contrasted against elite or polite architecture which is characterized by stylistic elements of design intentionally incorporated for aesthetic purposes which go beyond a building's functional requirements. This article also covers the term traditional architecture, which exists somewhere between the two extremes yet still is based upon authentic themes
Vernacular Architecture of GOA. All the details about the vernacular architecture of goa. The design criteria for the warm and humid climate is such as goa design criteria. Vernacular architecture of goa is consist of Portuguese, Indian and Islamic architecture. The presentation also contain the details about the element of architecture used in building such as window balcons etc.
Goa is combination of three culture mainly and we can find all the test of architecture through there building.
The document provides information about luxury apartments called Windmills of Your Mind. It describes the 24 acre parkland setting with duplex homes, circular apartments, and villas. It details the amenities like a gym, library, and children's play area. It also describes the five 19-floor towers containing 32 duplex homes each, which are over 5,900 square feet with four bedrooms. The document includes photos and details about the interior design features, finishes, and smart home technologies included in the apartments.
study of famous housing projects by architect Charles Correa.
1. BELAPUR Housing
2. Kanchanjunga Apartments
3. Tarapur housing
Authors- Richa, Parveen n Aarti
Urban Entertainment Center, introduction, live case study, literature case st...Sumit Jha
Thesis topic- Urban Entertainment Centre, proposed at Mysore, Karnataka,
presentation include - introduction, live case study of Select city walk, New Delhi and Entertainment city, noida,
literature case study- Elante mall, chandigarh and Essel world, Mumbai, comparative charts, inferences, observations etc to understand this thesis topic in detail. thank you
Khaled Almusa is a senior software engineer with over 10 years of experience developing web and mobile applications. He has extensive experience building full-stack applications using technologies like React, Node.js, and MongoDB. Currently, he works at Anthropic where he focuses on AI safety research and the development of Constitutional AI techniques.
This document provides an overview of cluster development as an alternative to conventional subdivision development. It discusses how cluster development groups residential properties closer together to utilize the rest of the land for open space. The purposes of cluster development include creating more open space, encouraging integrated site design, and protecting environmentally sensitive areas. Benefits include more preserved land, better stormwater management, and making more ecological and economic sense compared to conventional subdivisions. The document defines various cluster development terminology and discusses planning guidelines and articles related to cluster development.
The Auroville Visitors Centre was designed by Auroville Design Consultants and the Auroville Earth Institute to be a popular complex for visitors. Constructed starting in 1988 using compressed stabilized earth blocks, it covers 5000 square meters. Special emphasis was placed on natural lighting, ventilation, and renewable energy. The building aims to limit concrete and steel usage, incorporating local materials like rammed earth and natural stone floors. The Visitors Centre demonstrates that earth can be used to create modern, progressive, and eco-friendly architecture.
The Kanchanjunga Apartments, designed by Charles Correa, are a direct response to the present culture, the escalating urbanization, and the climatic conditions for the region. They pay homage to the vernacular architecture that once stood on the site before the development in a number of ways. More on Kanchanjunga Apartments after the break.
This document proposes a residential school for the visually impaired in India. It notes that India has a large visually impaired population of around 12 million people. The school would aim to provide quality education, training, and skills to help visually impaired people become independent through developing their sensory skills besides vision. It would accommodate 250-280 students and have facilities like classrooms, a computer room, library, vocational training, dormitories, an administration block, recreational areas, and support services. The key objectives are to design infrastructure that allows independent mobility through effortless navigation using senses other than vision.
Omaxe Heights is a residential apartment complex located in Lucknow, India developed by Omaxe Constructions Ltd. It consists of 11 buildings arranged in a circular planning layout, with 3BHK, 4BHK, and penthouse units. Amenities include tennis courts, swimming pools, a gym, and parking. The project occupies a 28,282 square meter site and was approved by the local development authority. It aims to provide modern housing for high- and middle-income residents in a secure setting with amenities like pools and courts. Some issues were reported with seepage, negative spaces from the circular design, and quality of certain materials.
Elizabeth Buie - Older adults: Are we really designing for our future selves?Nexer Digital
The document discusses designing digital products and services for older adults. It begins by stating that while "designing for our future selves" is a popular theme, it does not always help as today's older adults differ from our future selves in some key ways. Specifically, older adults today have less experience with modern technologies compared to what will be unfamiliar to us in the future. Additionally, older adults today have lived through different life experiences than younger people. While the slogan of "designing for our future selves" can provide empathy, engagement, and enthusiasm, it overlooks these important differences between current older users and our future older selves. The document argues we must understand the diverse experiences of today's older adults through user
The document discusses design considerations for older users. It notes various age-related changes like declines in cognition, vision, and movement control. It provides suggestions to account for these, such as reducing cognitive load, using larger interactive elements, simplifying tasks, and allowing reversible actions. The goal is to design interfaces that are intuitive for older users and minimize the effects of aging.
The document discusses the design considerations for barrier-free school facilities that serve disabled students. It outlines four major principles: the range of movement for physically disabled people, their strength, dimensions of prosthetic devices like wheelchairs, and use of durable materials. It then provides details on classroom design including larger size, switch placement, window rails, and blackboard height. Case studies of three international schools are described that incorporate universal design features like sensory trails, redundant signage, and interaction between private and public spaces.
Barrier free architecture- Case study(Amar jyoti school Delhi)Bimenpreet Kaur
The Amar Jyoti School in Delhi educates equal numbers of children with and without disabilities from nursery to 8th grade. The campus is fully accessible with features like ramps, tactile paths, and a disabled-friendly bus. Ramps have handrails and 3-degree slopes. Tactile tiles guide students with low vision. Washrooms and other facilities are designed to be accessible.
This document describes the floor plan and room requirements for an architect's office. It includes 8 staff members and details several key rooms in the office - a reception area, conference room, administrative office, senior and principal architect's offices, studio, library, and passageways. It also provides a critical analysis noting some negatives like rooms being too crowded or small, and positives like the use of natural light and color themes. The purpose is to learn about designing the spaces within an architect's office to effectively work and showcase their designs to clients.
The document provides information on the Sidhartha Estella housing project located in Sector-103 of Dwarka Expressway in Gurgaon. It consists of 850 flats across 6 towers being built on a plot of 16 acres. The majority of flats are 3BHKs making up 65% of the built up area, while 2BHKs and 4BHKs each make up around 17-18%. Amenities include a swimming pool, gym, and green areas cover 59% of the total land. The project complies with local building bye-laws with respect to maximum ground coverage and floor area ratio.
Centre for blinds and visually impairedMayur karodia
This document provides information for designing an educational facility for visually impaired students in Indore, India. It includes the site details, design challenges, case studies of similar existing facilities, and the proposed design concept. The 7.5 acre site will include administrative buildings, classrooms, training workshops, hostels, and landscaped outdoor areas. The design aims to create an accessible environment through careful planning, circulation, textures, colors and sensory stimulation. Case studies of other blind schools provided insights into effective zoning, guidance systems, and creating an understanding environment.
The document outlines infrastructure requirements and standards for CBSE-affiliated schools in India. It details mandates for minimum land area, building size, classroom size, facilities for different subjects, computer and library resources, sanitation, and sports facilities. Schools must have at least 2 acres of land with buildings and a playground, classroom space of 1 sqm per student, a computer lab with 10 PCs and internet, and a library with 1500 books and 15 magazines. Detailed specifications are provided for classrooms, labs, toilets, administration areas, and outdoor spaces. Ventilation requirements are also outlined for different types of labs.
The Peckham Library in London was designed by Alsop Architects to revitalize the economically depressed area of Southwark and challenge stereotypes of libraries. The pre-patinated copper facade deters crime while allowing interior spaces filled with natural light. Pods and columns divide the interior into intimate reading nooks. Sustainability was prioritized through maximizing natural light, ventilation, and using low-maintenance materials. The striking and welcoming design has boosted the neighborhood's reputation.
Vernacular architecture is architecture characterised by the use of local materials and knowledge, usually without the supervision of professional architects. Vernacular architecture represents the majority of buildings and settlements created in pre-industrial societies and includes a very wide range of buildings, building traditions, and methods of construction.[1] Vernacular buildings are typically simple and practical, whether residential houses or built for other purposes.[2]
Although it encompassed 95% of the world's built environment in 1969,[3] vernacular architecture tends to be overlooked in traditional histories of design. It is not one specific style, so it cannot be distilled into a series of easy-to-digest patterns, materials, or elements.[4] Because of the usage of traditional building methods and local builders, vernacular buildings are considered part of a regional culture.
Vernacular architecture can be contrasted against elite or polite architecture which is characterized by stylistic elements of design intentionally incorporated for aesthetic purposes which go beyond a building's functional requirements. This article also covers the term traditional architecture, which exists somewhere between the two extremes yet still is based upon authentic themes
Vernacular Architecture of GOA. All the details about the vernacular architecture of goa. The design criteria for the warm and humid climate is such as goa design criteria. Vernacular architecture of goa is consist of Portuguese, Indian and Islamic architecture. The presentation also contain the details about the element of architecture used in building such as window balcons etc.
Goa is combination of three culture mainly and we can find all the test of architecture through there building.
The document provides information about luxury apartments called Windmills of Your Mind. It describes the 24 acre parkland setting with duplex homes, circular apartments, and villas. It details the amenities like a gym, library, and children's play area. It also describes the five 19-floor towers containing 32 duplex homes each, which are over 5,900 square feet with four bedrooms. The document includes photos and details about the interior design features, finishes, and smart home technologies included in the apartments.
study of famous housing projects by architect Charles Correa.
1. BELAPUR Housing
2. Kanchanjunga Apartments
3. Tarapur housing
Authors- Richa, Parveen n Aarti
Urban Entertainment Center, introduction, live case study, literature case st...Sumit Jha
Thesis topic- Urban Entertainment Centre, proposed at Mysore, Karnataka,
presentation include - introduction, live case study of Select city walk, New Delhi and Entertainment city, noida,
literature case study- Elante mall, chandigarh and Essel world, Mumbai, comparative charts, inferences, observations etc to understand this thesis topic in detail. thank you
Khaled Almusa is a senior software engineer with over 10 years of experience developing web and mobile applications. He has extensive experience building full-stack applications using technologies like React, Node.js, and MongoDB. Currently, he works at Anthropic where he focuses on AI safety research and the development of Constitutional AI techniques.
This document provides an overview of cluster development as an alternative to conventional subdivision development. It discusses how cluster development groups residential properties closer together to utilize the rest of the land for open space. The purposes of cluster development include creating more open space, encouraging integrated site design, and protecting environmentally sensitive areas. Benefits include more preserved land, better stormwater management, and making more ecological and economic sense compared to conventional subdivisions. The document defines various cluster development terminology and discusses planning guidelines and articles related to cluster development.
The Auroville Visitors Centre was designed by Auroville Design Consultants and the Auroville Earth Institute to be a popular complex for visitors. Constructed starting in 1988 using compressed stabilized earth blocks, it covers 5000 square meters. Special emphasis was placed on natural lighting, ventilation, and renewable energy. The building aims to limit concrete and steel usage, incorporating local materials like rammed earth and natural stone floors. The Visitors Centre demonstrates that earth can be used to create modern, progressive, and eco-friendly architecture.
The Kanchanjunga Apartments, designed by Charles Correa, are a direct response to the present culture, the escalating urbanization, and the climatic conditions for the region. They pay homage to the vernacular architecture that once stood on the site before the development in a number of ways. More on Kanchanjunga Apartments after the break.
This document proposes a residential school for the visually impaired in India. It notes that India has a large visually impaired population of around 12 million people. The school would aim to provide quality education, training, and skills to help visually impaired people become independent through developing their sensory skills besides vision. It would accommodate 250-280 students and have facilities like classrooms, a computer room, library, vocational training, dormitories, an administration block, recreational areas, and support services. The key objectives are to design infrastructure that allows independent mobility through effortless navigation using senses other than vision.
Omaxe Heights is a residential apartment complex located in Lucknow, India developed by Omaxe Constructions Ltd. It consists of 11 buildings arranged in a circular planning layout, with 3BHK, 4BHK, and penthouse units. Amenities include tennis courts, swimming pools, a gym, and parking. The project occupies a 28,282 square meter site and was approved by the local development authority. It aims to provide modern housing for high- and middle-income residents in a secure setting with amenities like pools and courts. Some issues were reported with seepage, negative spaces from the circular design, and quality of certain materials.
Elizabeth Buie - Older adults: Are we really designing for our future selves?Nexer Digital
The document discusses designing digital products and services for older adults. It begins by stating that while "designing for our future selves" is a popular theme, it does not always help as today's older adults differ from our future selves in some key ways. Specifically, older adults today have less experience with modern technologies compared to what will be unfamiliar to us in the future. Additionally, older adults today have lived through different life experiences than younger people. While the slogan of "designing for our future selves" can provide empathy, engagement, and enthusiasm, it overlooks these important differences between current older users and our future older selves. The document argues we must understand the diverse experiences of today's older adults through user
The document discusses design considerations for older users. It notes various age-related changes like declines in cognition, vision, and movement control. It provides suggestions to account for these, such as reducing cognitive load, using larger interactive elements, simplifying tasks, and allowing reversible actions. The goal is to design interfaces that are intuitive for older users and minimize the effects of aging.
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The workshop brought together neuroscientists and architects to explore how to better design facilities for those with Alzheimer's and dementia based on scientific research. Presenters discussed initial findings on how the brain processes spatial information and the importance of the environment fitting an individual's abilities. Attendees then formed groups to generate hypotheses for future research that could inform architectural design, such as how memory works and is cued or how physical spaces can support individuals' changing physical capabilities. The workshop was an important first step toward a more evidence-based approach and greater collaboration between fields.
The document discusses the steps involved in requesting and receiving writing assistance from HelpWriting.net. The 5 steps are: 1) Create an account with a password and email; 2) Complete a 10-minute order form providing instructions, sources, and deadline; 3) Review bids from writers and choose one; 4) Receive the paper and authorize payment if satisfied; 5) Request revisions to ensure satisfaction and receive a refund if plagiarized. The process aims to match clients with qualified writers and provide original, high-quality content.
DESIGNING AN APP FOR EARLY DETECTION OF ALZHEIMERIRJET Journal
The document describes the design of an app to detect early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers framed 15 questions targeting memory and cognitive skills affected early in Alzheimer's. They developed the app using Flutter and tested it on a group of senior citizens over age 60, finding no evidence of Alzheimer's. The app aims to help patients detect symptoms early to seek treatment sooner.
This document discusses digital technology and aging. It begins by noting the increasing usage of technology like computers and the internet among older users but also a persisting digital divide. Technology can help older adults maintain independence and improve quality of life. The document then summarizes statistics on older adults' usage of mobile phones, gadgets, computers and the internet. It provides examples of smart device applications that can benefit the elderly, such as health tracking apps. The document concludes by explaining that assisted technology is important for older adults due to physical, cognitive and behavioral changes associated with aging that can cause disabilities in using technology independently.
Technology can play an important role in supporting independence for older adults as the population ages. The document discusses 6 key domains where technology could help: communication, employment, learning, health, living environments, and transportation. Within each domain, several innovative technologies are described that could enhance independence and quality of life for seniors, such as smartphones, telehealth, online learning, smart home devices, and transportation apps. Potential barriers to technology adoption by older adults like physical/cognitive limitations, costs, and lack of training are also outlined.
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Assignment 4 On-boardingIn this assignment, you will create a.docxrock73
Assignment 4: On-boarding
In this assignment, you will create an outline of an onboarding process. Summarize what you feel are the 2 most important elements in onboarding in the global environment.
Write a one to two (1-2) page memorandum to your Human Resource Director in which you:
1. Explain why an on-boarding process needs to be created. Then create an outline of an on-boarding process. Include a brief explanation of each step and explain why it is important.
2. Summarize what you believe are the two (2) most critical elements to consider when on-boarding in the global environment.
3. Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
a. Typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, your name, your professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Use the APA format to reference your work, including in-text references when necessary.See the APA Guide located in the Student Center tab.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
· Analyze international business strategy to identify human resource requirements and formulate supporting HRM plans that can improve productivity and contribute to the firm’s competitiveness.
· Select performance management processes to assess and improve performance throughout a multinational corporation.
· Propose training programs to improve performance throughout a multinational corporation and address the considerations for effective learning in a diverse workforce of expatriates, host country nationals, and third-country nationals.
· Use technology and information resources to research issues in global HRM.
· Write clearly and concisely about global HRM using proper writing mechanics.
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Memory Loss among the Elderly
A recent study from the University of Minnesota reported that the memory deficiency among the elderly is not as high as earlier thought. While it is true that the capability to remember the specific facts reduces with age, other types of memory are not affected in the same way. Koustaal (2015) reported that while the elderly have less ability to remember specific details than other groups, the retention of events and experiences is almost similar. This changes the highly widespread belief of the decrease in our ability to remember as we grow old. The changes in memory among people as they grow old are caused more by other health problems than age.
Most neuropsychologist agrees that cognitive loss starts at the age of 20 years. People fail to notice the loss because it is not significant enough to impede daily activities. However, between 45 and 49 years, people start to feel these effects while at 75 years, ot ...
The Stroop Effect And Visual Perception Overview Write a 2-part .docxsuzannewarch
The Stroop Effect And Visual Perception
Overview
Write a 2-part assessment that discusses your experience with the Stroop Effect and concepts related to visual perception. This assessment should be a minimum of 4 pages long.
One of the central hypotheses in psychology is the relationship between stimulus and response. Sight and language are two human abilities relevant to the hypothesis of stimulus and response. Your understanding of these two abilities will help you build up a concept of the neural basis of human behaviors interacting with the world.
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By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
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Competency 2: Employ critical and creative thinking to evaluate problems, conflicts, and unresolved issues in the study of biological psychology.
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Discuss whether a person with dyslexia or a brain injury would have more or less trouble with completing the Stroop test.
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Discuss the results of the Stroop test.
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Competency 3: Examine the research methodology and tools typically associated with the study of biological psychology.
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Explain the role of the anterior cingulate in audiovisual processing, and the symptoms of brain injury to this area.
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Competency 4: Assess the important theories, paradigms, research findings, and conclusions in biological psychology.
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Define the problem of final integration of visual information.
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Discuss whether there is a problem with final integration of visual information.
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Competency 6: Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.
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More advanced thinkers like Eleanor A. Maguire, a professor of Cognitive Neuroscience
at the University of London mentions in her study of taxi drivers that the hippocampus is
the seat of spatial reasoning, memory planning for the future and is located in
posterior hippocampus-the spatial processing center.
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3. The Neuroarchitecture of Aging and
the “Sensthetic” Response
Upali Nanda PhD, EDAC, Assoc. AIA, Director of Research,
HKS
Angela Lee AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED AP
Zhe Wang, PhD, RA, EDAC, LEED AP BD+C
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6. Session
Description
Neuroarchitecture is an emerging field. Understanding the aging brain
and the impact of aging on sensory systems is key to developing
responsive environments for the aging population. This presentation
will look at cutting-edge research in the field of neuroscience and
psycho-physiology and translate the research findings into design and
architectural language that can be widely applied, thereby translating
our “design response” that goes beyond the functional and the
aesthetic, to the “sensthetic.”
7. Session
Learning
Objectives
• Learn about the neuroscience literature on the aging brain.
• Learn about changes in the sensory systems and the link to brain
behavior.
• Explore how all senses should be taken into account to design for a
healthy brain.
• Learn about specific multisensory design strategies that could be
employed, regardless of type of setting, to respond to the aging
brain.
8. The
Aging
Brain
A “Sensthetic Model” – is a conceptual tool to think “across”
modalities that can help professionals and students to design,
study or experience sensory environments. It is a step beyond the
aesthetics of appearance, towards a Sensthetics of Experience.
Nanda, 2008
9. The
Aging
Brain
Aging is characterized by many changes
that are reflected in the body, the various
sensory systems, and most critically,
the brain itself.
10. The
Aging
Brain
As the brain ages there are fundamental
changes which include changes in the
prefrontal cortex (responsible for key cognitive
functions) and the hippocampus (responsible
for memory and emotional processing).
11. The
Aging
Brain
The changes in the neurons and neurotransmitters, blood flow, and
development of new cells, reflects in the ability to learn new
things, remember names, perform complex tasks of attention etc.
12. The
Aging
Brain
However the brain, which is inherently plastic, compensates for it’s
reduced ability in some areas by increasing abilities in others.
Research study results suggest that low-performing older adults
recruited a similar network as young adults but used it inefficiently,
whereas high-performing older adults counteracted age-related
neural decline through a plastic reorganization of neurocognitive
networks.
Cognitive Neuroscience, Duke University
14. The
Aging
Brain
As designers we focus on the environment- however- it is important
to remember that as the brain is changing, there are simultaneous
changes in the sensory systems: hearing (hearing loss, change in
equilibrium), vision (sharpness, focus, toleration for glare,
differentiation between colors, peripheral vision), smell and taste
(atrophy in taste buds, reduced smell/taste perception), and touch
(change in sensation and sensory thresholds).
15. The
Aging
Brain
This implies that if we want to create environments for aging that
promote a healthy brain- and look at Neuroarchitecture as a field,
our “design response” must go beyond the functional and the
aesthetic, to the “sensthetic”.
16. The
Aging
Brain
In this presentation we will share findings from a literature review
on the aging brain and the aging changes in the senses. Work by
the NIH on this topic will serve as a foundation
• http://www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers/publication/part-1-basics-healthy-
brain/changing-brain-healthy-aging
• http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/004013.htm
17. Aging
Changes
the
Senses As you age, the way your senses (hearing,
vision, taste, smell, touch) give you
information about the world changes. Your
senses become less sharp and you may
have trouble telling apart details.
18. Aging
Changes
the
Senses
Your senses receive information from your
environment. This information can be in the
form of sound, light, smells, tastes, and
touch. This information is converted to nerve
signals and carried to the brain. There, it is
turned into a meaningful sensation.
19. Aging
Changes
the
Senses
A certain amount of stimulation is required
before you become aware of a sensation.
This minimum level is called the threshold.
Aging increases this threshold. So the
amount of stimulation needed for you to be
aware of the sensation becomes greater.
22. Visual
Challenges
You may be less able to tolerate glare. Glare
such as from a shiny floor in a sunlit room
can make it difficult to get around indoors.
You may have trouble adapting to darkness
or bright light
23. Visual
Solutions
As you age, it gets harder
to tell apart blues and
greens than it is to tell
apart reds and yellows.
25. Visual
Solutions
Keeping a red light on in darkened
rooms, such as the hallway or
bathroom, makes it easier to see than
using a regular night light.
31. Auditory and Motor /
Balance Challenges
Our ears have two jobs. One is
hearing and the other is
maintaining balance.
As you age, structures inside the
ear start to change and their
functions decline. Your ability to
pick up sounds decreases. You
may also have problems
maintaining your balance as you
sit, stand, and walk.
32. Motor performance deficits for older adults
appear to be due to dysfunction of the central
and peripheral nervous systems as well as the
neuromuscular system. Motor performance
deficits include coordination difficulty
(Seidler et al., 2002), increased variability of
movement (Contreras-Vidal et al., 1998; Darling
et al., 1989), slowing of movement (Diggles-
Buckles, 1993), and difficulties with balance and
gait (Tang & Woollacott, 1996) in comparison to
young adults.
The Brain
And Balance
33. Gait and balance problems are of particular interest as
falls are a major source of injury and morbidity in older
adults: 20-30% of older adults who fall suffer moderate
to severe injuries that limit mobility and reduce quality of
life (Alexander et al., 1992).
Older adults exhibit greater spatial and temporal
movement variability, resulting in less consistent actions
as compared to young adults
(Contreras-Vidal et al., 1998; Cooke et al., 1989; Darling
et al., 1989).
The Brain
And Balance
34. Approximately one-third of community-dwelling older adults fall each
year; the rate is doubled in senior group dwellings (Gillespie et al., 2001;
Jensen et al., 2002).
Even without injury, falls may cause a loss of self-confidence and result
in reduced active behavior and increased dependency among older
adults (Gallagher et al., 2001). Falls have been identified by the elderly
as the most significant barrier to active behavior (Wilcox et al., 2003).
Risk for Falls
35. Clear circulation/corridor systems
should be applied in the building
for older adults, as some of them
may have memory impairment or
suffer mental problems. Different
function zones should be separated
and applied with distinct design
factors (e.g., colors and styles) to
aid in place recognition.
Fall Prevention
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36. Corridors in the building for elderly people are suggested to be short, with
uninterrupted visual destinations or environmental cues; short and clear
corridors has been found to be more navigable for older adults than long
corridors (AIA, 1985; Brawley, 1992; Goldsmith, 1996; Passini et al., 2000).
Fall Prevention
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37. The location of utility/service
rooms in residences for older
adults should receive special
attention. The laundry room should
be located on the bedroom or
bathroom level of the residence …
(Haslam et al., 2001). The location
of a storage room may depend on
its function.
Fall Prevention
38. The usefulness of grab bars for fall
prevention has been recognized
(Sattin et al., 1998). In addition, door
handles or push bars, instead of
knobs, should be installed in
residences for older adults
(Gilderbloom & Markham, 1996).
Fall Prevention
39. Irregular floor surfaces should be avoided and hard-surface flooring are
recommended as it improves standing balance and postural stability
(Redfern et al., 1997; Thies et al., 2005).
High-density and low-pile commercial-grade carpeting has been suggested
as a safe flooring material for healthy older adults (Dickinson et al., 2002).
Fall Prevention
40. The bathroom has been identified by older adults and researchers as the
most common site of environmental hazards (Carter et al., 1997; Huang,
2005). Besides slip-resistant floor surfaces, sliding glass shower doors
should be avoided (Murphy et al., 2006). Walk-in shower stalls or bathtubs
with rails, raised toilet seats, and wide clearances have been suggested for
elderly users (Jenkins et al., 1997; Percival, 2002).
Fall Prevention
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41. Regarding the kitchen design, adequate spaces facilitating different eating
routines are preferred (Percival, 2002). Square-shaped kitchens may seem
more spacious, compared to linear-shaped kitchens.
Boschetti (2002) recommended an L-shape layout for kitchens used by the
elderly, as it affords a corner to lean against.
Fall Prevention
42. Installing carefully designed stair handrails for stability is necessary; an
appropriate height and a proper section size of the handrails should be applied.
-- closed risers, consistent riser heights, appropriate short riser and long tread,
coarser tread surface textures.)
Fall Prevention
43. An elevator or stair lift may promote independence when an individual
becomes too disabled to use stairs, (Gilderbloom & Markham, 1996).
However, Simoneau et al. (1999) found changes in stable visual anchors, as
when exiting an elevator cage, may create risks for falls among older adults.
This risk may be exacerbated by dim lighting in the elevator cage.
Fall Prevention
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44. Lack of illumination appears to be related to poor postural stability among
older adults and may induce risks for falls (Brooke-Wavell et al., 2002; De
Lepeleire et al., 2007). Furthermore, changes in light levels should be
smooth, as older adults need more time to adapt to changes in light levels
than younger adults (Brabyn et al., 2000).
Fall Prevention
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45. Regarding interior colors, unsaturated and washed-out colors should be
avoided in the environments for older adults, as it is difficult for them to
discriminate these colors and color confusion may result in falls (Brabyn et
al., 2000). In addition, an appropriate contrast between colors of the wall
and the floor, and floor surfaces at different levels emphasizes the edges of
spaces and help older adults distinguish features of the environment.
Fall Prevention
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46. Visual spatial cues can help older adults with declining memory recognize
places and respond to the surroundings. Sundermier, et al. (1996) noted
that specially designed elements in the space can be used as cues by older
adults while moving around and be helpful to prevent falls.
Fall Prevention
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47. Research by Perritt (2005) on carpet patterns showed that that high
contrasting patterns were associated with more incidents (stumbles,
reaching for handrail, veering, purposeful stepping, pausing, stopping) than
carpeting with low color contrast patterns. Bonato and Bubka (2011) found
that viewing high contrast static patterns (black and white squares laid out
in regular patterns on a rug) can induce motion sickness. In a recent
correlation study by Calkins (2012), it was found that vinyl flooring with
medium size pattern (1”- 6”) was associated with greater falls than no
pattern, small pattern (6”). These few studies suggest that floor glare and
pattern may contribute to falls. However, the underlying relationship, and
ideal condition for each, demands more research.”
Fall Prevention
49. Tactile
Challenges
With aging, you may have reduced or changed sensations. These
changes can be related to decreased blood flow to the nerve
endings or to the spinal cord or brain. The spinal cord transmits
nerve signals and the brain interprets the signals.
After age 50, many people have reduced sensitivity to pain. Or
you may feel and recognize pain, but it does not bother you. For
example, when you are injured, you may not know how
severe the injury is because the pain does not trouble you.
53. Multi-Sensory
Design
Solutions
It also appears that additional brain
regions can be activated in older adults
during cognitive tasks, such as taking a
memory test. Researchers do not fully
understand why this happens, but one
idea is that the brain engages
mechanisms to compensate for
difficulties that certain regions may be
having. For example, the brain may
recruit alternate brain networks in
order to perform a task.
69. The Concept of
“Sensthetics”
A “Sensthetic Model” – is a conceptual tool to think “across”
modalities that can help professionals and students to design, study or
experience sensory environments. It is a step beyond the aesthetics of
appearance, towards a Sensthetics of Experience.
Nanda, 2008