Introduction to Cognitive Ergonomics Historical Timeline Quiz
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Who is considered the Father of Scientific Management?

  • Frederick Taylor (correct)
  • Donald Broadbent
  • Paul Fitts
  • Michael Posner
  • During which historical period did the emphasis shift to the computer age?

  • World War II (correct)
  • 1960’s – 1970’s
  • 1900’s
  • 2000 - present
  • Who was one of the first psychologists to understand that human error is attributable to poor design?

  • Paul Fitts (correct)
  • Donald Broadbent
  • Frederick Taylor
  • Michael Posner
  • In which era did ergonomics diversify from military and space systems to transportation, robotics, consumer products, healthcare, and home automation?

    <p>2000 - present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducted the dichotic listening experiment and is known for the filter model of attention?

    <p>Michael Posner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which historical period did ergonomics focus on human-machine interaction and bad or confusing design?

    <p>World War II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of cognitive ergonomics?

    <p>Matching product use with user cognitive capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key figure is known for scientific contributions to the cocktail party effect?

    <p>Neville Moray</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Wickens' multiple resource theory (MRT) model, what happens when different tasks require the same cognitive resource?

    <p>Information is processed sequentially</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of the sensory system in the context of cognitive ergonomics?

    <p>Stimulation of nerve processes resulting in consciousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area does cognitive ergonomics focus on in terms of human-machine interaction?

    <p>Matching product use with user cognitive capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of cognition occurs when the human mind becomes aware of a sensation and interprets it based on previous experience and knowledge?

    <p>Perception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the human sensory system in cognitive ergonomics?

    <p>Interpreting external stimuli based on previous experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who developed the 13 principles of display design and argued for consideration of human behavior in everyday object design?

    <p>Donald Norman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Wickens' multiple resource theory (MRT) model, what happens when tasks require different cognitive resources?

    <p>Information is processed simultaneously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do exteroceptors primarily respond to in the human sensory system?

    <p>External stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

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