Implementation of a Digital Occupational Dashboard to Improve Activities of Daily Living in Individuals with Intellectual Disability

Authors

  • Gonzalo Rodríguez-Galarza Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador. Author https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1449-4041
  • José Jinez-Tapia Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador. Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4113-0579
  • Klever Torres-Rodriguez Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador. Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3919-0812
  • Leonardo Rentería-Bustamante Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador. Author https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0056-5602

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70929/caui3.v2i1.0018

Keywords:

Tablero Ocupacional Digital, Discapacidad intelectual, Actividades de la vida diaria, Habilidades motoras

Abstract

This research addresses the development and evaluation of the Digital Occupational Board (TOD), a technological resource designed to enhance autonomy and activities of daily living (ADLs) within the student population. Efficacy assessment was conducted through an adaptation of the Functional Independence Measure (FIM), quantifying performance in both motor and cognitive skills. The implementation comprised a technical pilot phase followed by a 16-week educational intervention, accompanied by teacher training to ensure effective technology transfer. Quantitative results indicated a 25% improvement in visuomotor coordination and a 50% reduction in task execution time, with statistical significance established at (p<0.05). These findings validate the relevance of the TOD compared to analog methods, highlighting its capacity for immediate feedback.

Author Biographies

  • Gonzalo Rodríguez-Galarza, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador.

    Gonzalo Paúl Rodríguez Galarza is an Electronics and Telecommunications Engineer who graduated with honors from the National University of Chimborazo. He is currently expanding his technological horizons as a student in the Master's Degree in Data Science and Machine Learning (with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence) at the International University of Ecuador (UIDE).

  • José Jinez-Tapia , Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador.

    José Luis Jinez Tapia, electronics and telecommunications engineer from the National University of Chimborazo, Master's Degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Calabria, Italy, Master's Degree in Electricity, specializing in renewable energies and energy efficiency from PUCE Esmeraldas, Research professor at the National University of Chimborazo.

  • Klever Torres-Rodriguez, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador.

    University professor in the field of Mathematics with 32 years of academic experience, working at various universities in Ecuador. He holds a PhD in Mathematics and a Master's degree in Mathematics Education, with a solid scientific and pedagogical background and experience in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Committed to academic excellence, research, and the continuous improvement of educational processes, with the ability to adapt to different university environments and contribute to institutional strengthening.

  • Leonardo Rentería-Bustamante, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo, Riobamba 060150, Ecuador.

    Leonardo Rentería is a research professor at the National University of Chimborazo. He holds a degree in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering (UTPL, 2008) and a PhD in Science and Technology of Complex Systems (University of Calabria, Italy, 2017). He has experience in interactive robotics, embedded systems, FPGA, and inclusive technologies. He has also taught at UTPL and UNICAL.

References

[1] UNESCO, Informe de seguimiento de la educación en el mundo 2020: Inclusión y educación: todos y todas sin excepción. UNESCO, 2020. [En línea]. Disponible en: https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000373718

[2] Naciones Unidas, "Convención sobre los derechos de las personas con discapacidad", 2006. [En línea]. Disponible en: https://www.un.org/disabilities/documents/convention/convoptprot-s.pdf

[3] American Psychiatric Association, Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, 5th ed. American Psychiatric Publishing, 2013. doi: 10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596

[4] R. L. Schalock, R. Luckasson y M. J. Tassé, Intellectual disability: Definition, diagnosis, classification, and systems of supports, 12th ed. American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 2021. https://n9.cl/82t31

[5] M. Ainscow, "Promoting inclusion and equity in education: Lessons from international experiences," Nordic Journal of Studies in Educational Policy, vol. 6, no. 1, pp. 7–16, 2020. doi: 10.1080/20020317.2020.172958

[6] American Occupational Therapy Association, "Occupational therapy practice framework: Domain and process (4th ed.)," American Journal of Occupational Therapy, vol. 74, no. S2, pp. 1–87, 2020. doi: 10.5014/ajot.2020.74S2001

[7] M. L. Wehmeyer et al., Development of self-determination through the life-course. Springer, 2017. https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-94-024-1042-6

[8] K. Hume et al., "Evidence-based practices for children, youth, and young adults with autism," Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, vol. 51, pp. 4013–4032, 2021. doi: 10.1007/s10803-020-04844-2

[9] A. Bondy y L. Frost, "The picture exchange communication system," Focus on Autistic Behavior, vol. 9, no. 3, pp. 1–19, 1994. doi: 10.1177/108835769400900301

[10] S. Söderström y B. Ytterhus, "The use and non-use of assistive technologies from the world of information and communication technology by visually impaired young people: A walk on the tightrope of visibility," Disability & Society, vol. 25, no. 3, pp. 303–315, 2010. doi: 10.1080/09687591003701215

[11] M. Alper, Giving voice: Mobile communication, disability, and inequality. MIT Press, 2017. 10.7551/mitpress/10771.001.0001

[12] D. M. Kagohara et al., "Using iPods and iPads in teaching programs for individuals with developmental disabilities: A systematic review," Research in Developmental Disabilities, vol. 34, no. 1, pp. 147–156, 2013. doi: 10.1016/j.ridd.2012.07.027

[13] L. Desideri et al., "Digital support for children with intellectual disabilities: A systematic review of mobile applications," Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, vol. 64, no. 10, pp. 840–854, 2020. doi: 10.1111/jir.12773

[14] J. Borg, A. Lindström y S. Larsson, "Assistive technology use is associated with reduced capability poverty: A cross-sectional study in Bangladesh," Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 112–121, 2011. doi: 10.3109/17483107.2010.508706

[15] K. Cagiltay et al., "Response to 'Use of technology for children with autism spectrum disorders'," Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, vol. 44, no. 2, pp. 500–502, 2014. doi: 10.1007/s10803-013-1867-5

[16] IBM Corp., "IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows," Version 26.0, 2019. [Software]. Disponible en: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/spss-statistics-26-available-download

[17] R. Hernández Sampieri, C. Fernández Collado y P. Baptista Lucio, Metodología de la investigación, 6.ª ed. McGraw-Hill Education, 2014. https://n9.cl/vesxc

[18] S. Siegel y N. J. Castellan, Nonparametric statistics for the behavioral sciences, 2nd ed. McGraw-Hill, 1995. https://doi.org/10.26439/persona1998.n001.1715

Downloads

Published

2026-02-12

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Innovaciones en Automatización y Ergonomía

Section

Research Paper

Categories

License

Copyright (c) 2026 Scientific Digital Journal Causality Causality (caui3)

Creative Commons License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

How to Cite

[1]
G. Rodríguez-Galarza, J. Jinez-Tapia, K. Torres-Rodriguez, and L. Rentería-Bustamante, “Implementation of a Digital Occupational Dashboard to Improve Activities of Daily Living in Individuals with Intellectual Disability”, Revista Digital Científica Causalidad (caui3), vol. 2, no. 1, pp. 10–22, Feb. 2026, doi: 10.70929/caui3.v2i1.0018.