Tangible Interface

A user interface that uses physical objects as representations and controls for digital information, allowing users to interact through touch and manipulation of tangible artifacts. In accessibility contexts, tangible interfaces have been used for braille literacy education (BrailleBlocks for parent-child learning), reading skill development (PhonoBlocks for phonological awareness), and interactive learning for children with various disabilities. Tangible interfaces can be particularly effective for young learners and people who benefit from multisensory engagement.