Interactive Batang Oroo: A Multisensory Tool for Experiencing Oroo’ Language

Tangible user interface (TUI) technology has been widely use in enhancing multisensory experiences especially in the field of cultural heritage. In this situated action we present Interactive Batang Oroo’ which is designed to extract and document the rules of Oroo’ sign language of Penans in Malaysian Borneo. The tool allows users to have an immersive experience but also contribute to the understanding of the synthetic level of this unique sign language. The tool is co-designed with the local Penan community and will be demonstrated the design team which comprises of Penan youth, elder and researchers from UTS.