Interactive art and sensory stimulation: an inclusive experience for cognitive disability
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Contemporary interactive art has become a dynamic field, transforming traditional practices and social interaction through digital technologies and advanced interfaces. The objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of a sensory light cube, equipped with ultrasonic sensor technology and programmable LED lights, in stimulating creativity, motor skills, and musical development in participants with cognitive disabilities. A qualitative, descriptive-exploratory approach was used, based on structured participant observation and systematic documentary analysis. The participants included six children and young people with varying degrees of cognitive disabilities. The results indicate significant improvements in motor coordination, musical rhythm development, emotional expression, and active participation during activities. Interactive art with inclusive technology proves to be a valuable and effective tool for recreational and educational activities, enriching participants' experiences and promoting their holistic development.
El arte interactivo contemporáneo se ha convertido en un campo dinámico, transformando las prácticas tradicionales y la interacción social mediante tecnologías digitales e interfaces avanzadas. El objetivo es evaluar la efectividad de un cubo de luz sensorial, equipado con tecnología de sensor ultrasónico y luces LED programables, para estimular la creatividad, la motricidad y el desarrollo musical en participantes con discapacidad cognitiva. Se empleó un enfoque cualitativo, descriptivo-exploratorio, fundamentado en observación participante estructurada y análisis documental sistemático. Los participantes incluyeron seis niños, niñas y jóvenes con diferentes grados de discapacidad cognitiva. Los resultados indican mejoras significativas en la coordinación motora, el desarrollo del ritmo musical, la expresión emocional y la participación activa durante las actividades. El arte interactivo con tecnología inclusiva demuestra ser una herramienta valiosa y efectiva para actividades recreativas y educativas, enriqueciendo la experiencia de los participantes y fomentando su desarrollo integral.
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