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What does the term 'perceived affordance' refer to?
What does the term 'perceived affordance' refer to?
- The scientific description of an object's properties
- The actual function of an object
- What users typically believe can be done with an object (correct)
- How an object is designed to look
Which process contributes to the image clarity that a human perceives?
Which process contributes to the image clarity that a human perceives?
- Physical reception and interpretation of visual signals (correct)
- The color detection alone by cones
- The action of the optic nerve only
- Emotional influence on perception
What characteristic of a human influences how they process information?
What characteristic of a human influences how they process information?
- Cognitive load
- Emotions (correct)
- Their intuition
- Cultural background
What is illustrated by optical illusions like the 'Ponzo illusion'?
What is illustrated by optical illusions like the 'Ponzo illusion'?
Which of the following reflects the dual processor theory in HCI?
Which of the following reflects the dual processor theory in HCI?
How does physical reception in vision occur?
How does physical reception in vision occur?
Which function does the human eye's cone cells primarily serve?
Which function does the human eye's cone cells primarily serve?
How do misconceptions about affordance often arise?
How do misconceptions about affordance often arise?
What are the factors influencing user productivity?
What are the factors influencing user productivity?
Which user characteristic would NOT likely require innovative input/output methods?
Which user characteristic would NOT likely require innovative input/output methods?
How can usability be defined in relation to user productivity?
How can usability be defined in relation to user productivity?
Which of the following disciplines contributes to HCI by studying cognitive strategies?
Which of the following disciplines contributes to HCI by studying cognitive strategies?
Which option best describes a key notion of user categorization by ability?
Which option best describes a key notion of user categorization by ability?
What is Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) primarily concerned with?
What is Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) primarily concerned with?
What is essential for a system to be considered useful?
What is essential for a system to be considered useful?
Why is user interface design critical in software development?
Why is user interface design critical in software development?
What percentage of corporate development budgets should be spent on usability to significantly improve it?
What percentage of corporate development budgets should be spent on usability to significantly improve it?
Which statement about ergonomics in HCI is accurate?
Which statement about ergonomics in HCI is accurate?
Which cognitive limitation is often minimized in HCI design?
Which cognitive limitation is often minimized in HCI design?
According to a study, what percentage of major websites violate basic design guidelines?
According to a study, what percentage of major websites violate basic design guidelines?
What is one of the key goals of studying HCI?
What is one of the key goals of studying HCI?
What aspect of user interface software is noted to be increasing more rapidly than others?
What aspect of user interface software is noted to be increasing more rapidly than others?
What does HCI engineering focus on?
What does HCI engineering focus on?
Which of the following is NOT typically viewed as a component of HCI?
Which of the following is NOT typically viewed as a component of HCI?
What does a greater fit between goals and actions facilitate?
What does a greater fit between goals and actions facilitate?
Which of the following is NOT a way to use graphics in representation?
Which of the following is NOT a way to use graphics in representation?
What is a recommended strategy to help users overcome attention limitations?
What is a recommended strategy to help users overcome attention limitations?
What should be avoided to prevent overloading short-term memory?
What should be avoided to prevent overloading short-term memory?
Which model is associated with user interface development?
Which model is associated with user interface development?
How can cognitive limitations affect user interactions?
How can cognitive limitations affect user interactions?
What should be done to enhance the meaningfulness of icons and names?
What should be done to enhance the meaningfulness of icons and names?
Which aspect is NOT emphasized in normal software development related to user interfaces?
Which aspect is NOT emphasized in normal software development related to user interfaces?
What is considered a malfunction in a user interface?
What is considered a malfunction in a user interface?
Which of the following best describes the consequence of a malfunction?
Which of the following best describes the consequence of a malfunction?
What is NOT a characteristic of systematic malfunctions?
What is NOT a characteristic of systematic malfunctions?
Which approach is essential in analyzing malfunctions?
Which approach is essential in analyzing malfunctions?
What question does NOT belong to the four distinct inquiries during malfunction analysis?
What question does NOT belong to the four distinct inquiries during malfunction analysis?
Which of the following is an example of a malfunction detected by the user?
Which of the following is an example of a malfunction detected by the user?
What is a crucial aspect of minimizing malfunctions in user interfaces?
What is a crucial aspect of minimizing malfunctions in user interfaces?
What role does careful analysis play in identifying malfunctions?
What role does careful analysis play in identifying malfunctions?
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Study Notes
Definition of HCI
- Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) studies the relationship between people and computers, emphasizing bidirectional influence.
- It involves processes and actions users undertake while interacting with computing systems.
- HCI is focused on designing, evaluating, and implementing interactive computing systems for human use.
Importance of User Interface Design
- User interfaces consume 75% or more of development resources, with 40% to 70% being typical.
- Investing 10% of development budgets in usability can improve it by 135%, according to Nielsen's 2003 study.
- Increasing complexity of user interface software demands more structured HCI processes.
History and Evolution of HCI
- HCI has evolved from simple software to complex systems that require a user-centered approach.
- Transition from traditional software development (waterfall model) to iterative user-interface development (star model).
Goals of HCI
- Improve usability and user experience, ensuring systems meet users' needs effectively.
- Minimize malfunctions in user/computer interactions to enhance productivity.
Key Concepts in HCI
- Affordance: Refers to the perceived capabilities of an object, which guides user interactions.
- Importance of designing objects with clear perceived affordance to assist users in understanding functionality.
Understanding Users
- Users can be categorized by role, personality, and ability, influencing interface design requirements.
- Dual Processor Theory illustrates that both user behavior and system interactions must be analyzed to optimize HCI.
User Productivity and Usability
- User productivity is a function of the computer's capabilities and how effectively users can utilize them.
- Factors impacting productivity include user characteristics, work environment, and available training or documentation.
Disciplines Contributing to HCI
- Various fields contribute to HCI, including cognitive psychology, ergonomics, linguistics, artificial intelligence, sociology, and industrial design.
- Each discipline enhances understanding of human capabilities, improving software and hardware interaction.
User Interface Malfunctions
- Malfunctions arise from discrepancies between user expectations and system outputs, leading to usability breakdowns.
- Consistent analysis of malfunctions is essential for redesign efforts and improving user experience.
Optical Illusions and Vision
- Optical illusions illustrate how perceptual processing can lead to misinterpretation of visual information.
- Understanding the mechanics of human vision and common illusions aids in designing better user interfaces.
Human Cognitive System Limitations
- Attention and memory limitations affect usability; information needs to be presented clearly to avoid distractions.
- Users can remember a limited number of items; interfaces should simplify information and use recognizable cues.
Malfunction Analysis
- A disciplined approach is necessary for analyzing user interface malfunctions, which provides insights for redesign.
- Key analysis questions include how, when, and why malfunctions occur, prioritizing potential solutions after identifying them.
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