A Sense of Control: Virtual Communities for People with Mobility Impairments (Chandos Information Professional Series)

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.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chandos Publishing
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 13, 2008
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 308 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1843345218
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1843345213
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.02 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.14 x 0.7 x 9.21 inches