Universal Design

Question 1

Definition of Universal Design

Answer 1

The design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greates extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design
-APPLIED IN PROGRAMMING AND SERVICE DELIVERY

Question 2

Universal Design

Answer 2

• NOT THE LAW
• Doesn’t meet the ADA standards
• Not exclusively for people with disabilities
• Not the standard practice

Question 3

Philosophy of Utilizing Universal Design

Answer 3

-limitations don’t reside in the individual but the environment

Question 4

Principles of Universal Design

Answer 4

1) . Equitable Use: the design is useful & marketable to ppl with diverse abilities
2) . Flexibility in Use: the design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences & abilities
3) . Simple & Intuitive Use: use of the design is easy to understand, regardless of ability
4) . Perceptible Information: the design communicates necessary information regardless of the user’s abilities
5) . Tolerance for error: the design minimizes hazards from unintended actions
6) . Low Physical Effort: the design can be used efficiently with a minimum of fatigue
7) . Size & space for Approach & Use: appropriate size and space is provided