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RERC - Center Evaluation Framework
RERC Center Evaluation Framework Diagram Assumptions With proper training & information, consumersbce providers can effectively use and teach consumers to effectively use the RERC created devicesAssumptions Consumer & student training increases performance, efficacy & satisfactionAssumptions High quality research experiences activities increase interest & knowledge for faculty, practitioners, studentsAssumptions New technology/devices will improve lifeAssumptions Aging disabled have decreased quality of lifeDissem. recipient satisfaction & tech adoption timeframe surveyDissem. recipient usage concept inventoriesStudent course gradesTrainee/student Concept inventoriesResearch collab surveyMed/rehab measuresGaming scoresObserv. rubricsSatisfaction, usability surveys & engagement measuresStudies of aging disabledUser focus groupsOPTT-RERC PROGRAM SUCCESSRERC dissemination effortsUser, student & rehabilitation professional trainingResearch & Development ExperiencesRehab research & innovationsAging disabled w/out assist Tech (control)Evaluation MetricsRERC ElementsUnderrepresented groups including women and people of color are less likely to enter and remain in engineering and other STEMS fields.Dissemination is critical to RERC success long term.RERC technology interventions can improve quality of life.University (USC and other universities) students and rehab practitioners may have limited understanding of research and related opportunitiesLaboratory research increases student engagement in university students& users w/ disabilitiesDiverse stakeholders benefit from RERCParticipation in the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center (RERC) improves research and rehab.content knowledge in addition to instructional and curricular understanding Contextual Backdrop

 
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