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Universal Design Network of Canada Knowledge Matrix (Adapted by Dalton from 8 Goals of Universal Design by Steinfeld and Maisel; Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Environments 2012). Intended for: Architects, Engineers, and the people who build things to make the built environment more livable for all people across the lifespan. |
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UD Knowledge Matrix Table Description: The 8 Goals of Universal Design share common knowledge domains with the 7 Principles which is represented with an "X" on the matrix. |
7 Principles of Universal Design (Mace, et al 1997) |
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Universal Design Knowledge Parameters |
Universal Design Knowledge Domains |
Universal Design Knowledge Disciplines |
8 Goals of Universal Design (Steinfeld and Maisel, 2012) |
Equitable |
Flexible |
Simple to Use |
Perceptable |
Tolerance for Error |
Low Physical Effort |
Size and Space for Approach and Use |
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Human Performance |
Human Factors and Ergonomics (HFE)
Anthropometrics
Biomechanics
Perception
Cognition |
Occupational Therapists
Certified Ergonomist
User Expert |
Body Fit |
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X |
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X |
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X |
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Comfort |
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X |
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X |
X |
X |
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Awareness |
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X |
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X |
X |
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Understanding |
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X |
X |
X |
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Health and Wellness |
Rehabilitation and Health |
Health and Wellness |
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X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Social Participation |
Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Accessible Canada Act
Accessible Ontario Disability Act |
User Experts (CNIB, Canadian Hard of Hearing Association, March of Dimes)
Accessibility Consultants
Social Workers |
Social Integration |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Personalization |
X |
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Cultural Appropriate |
X |
X |
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X |
X |
