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What is a key reason individuals involved in a pilot study should not participate in the main study?
What is a key reason individuals involved in a pilot study should not participate in the main study?
- They lack experience in data collection.
- They can skew the data collection process. (correct)
- They are not familiar with the study's goals.
- They may have conflicts of interest. (correct)
Which data gathering technique is typically designed to be answered asynchronously?
Which data gathering technique is typically designed to be answered asynchronously?
- Interview
- Observation
- Questionnaire (correct)
- Focus Group
What is a disadvantage of using video recording for data collection?
What is a disadvantage of using video recording for data collection?
- It is more intrusive and requires planning. (correct)
- It is harder to analyze than notes.
- It is less detailed than audio recording.
- It cannot capture facial expressions.
Which type of interview format combines structured and unstructured elements?
Which type of interview format combines structured and unstructured elements?
What is the benefit of working with another person during note-taking?
What is the benefit of working with another person during note-taking?
Which type of interview is most likely to generate rich, inter-related data?
Which type of interview is most likely to generate rich, inter-related data?
What is an appropriate reason to use structured interviews?
What is an appropriate reason to use structured interviews?
What is the primary goal of a focus group in data gathering?
What is the primary goal of a focus group in data gathering?
What primarily influences the effectiveness of heuristic evaluation?
What primarily influences the effectiveness of heuristic evaluation?
Which of the following methods is NOT commonly used in usability testing evaluation?
Which of the following methods is NOT commonly used in usability testing evaluation?
What is a key characteristic of ethnography in usability testing?
What is a key characteristic of ethnography in usability testing?
What type of data does usability testing primarily combine?
What type of data does usability testing primarily combine?
Which aspect of usability testing evaluation focuses on user opinions?
Which aspect of usability testing evaluation focuses on user opinions?
What type of observation method involves studying users in their natural environments?
What type of observation method involves studying users in their natural environments?
During usability testing, what is the main purpose of recording users' reactions?
During usability testing, what is the main purpose of recording users' reactions?
Which of the following factors is NOT considered in observation during usability testing?
Which of the following factors is NOT considered in observation during usability testing?
What is the first principle of effective user interface design?
What is the first principle of effective user interface design?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Eight Golden Rules?
Which of the following is NOT one of the Eight Golden Rules?
What is emphasized in the principle of 'prevent errors'?
What is emphasized in the principle of 'prevent errors'?
What kind of feedback is recommended in the Eight Golden Rules?
What kind of feedback is recommended in the Eight Golden Rules?
Which of the following best illustrates the rule 'strive for consistency'?
Which of the following best illustrates the rule 'strive for consistency'?
Which principle emphasizes keeping users in control of their interactions?
Which principle emphasizes keeping users in control of their interactions?
What does the principle 'reduce short-term memory load' suggest?
What does the principle 'reduce short-term memory load' suggest?
Which of the following is a suggested exception to consistency?
Which of the following is a suggested exception to consistency?
Why is understanding the problem space important in design?
Why is understanding the problem space important in design?
What did the community leader primarily contribute during the engagement process?
What did the community leader primarily contribute during the engagement process?
What is the primary focus of user-centered design?
What is the primary focus of user-centered design?
What benefit does involving users in understanding the problem space provide?
What benefit does involving users in understanding the problem space provide?
Which of the following best describes the principles of constructivism in visual perception?
Which of the following best describes the principles of constructivism in visual perception?
What is a key characteristic of activity-centered design?
What is a key characteristic of activity-centered design?
What approach centers the attention on systems and their components rather than users?
What approach centers the attention on systems and their components rather than users?
Which human sense is considered most important for human-computer interaction (HCI)?
Which human sense is considered most important for human-computer interaction (HCI)?
What does ecological perception rely on for interpreting visual information?
What does ecological perception rely on for interpreting visual information?
During the deepest level of community engagement, what method was used?
During the deepest level of community engagement, what method was used?
How does human memory play a role in designing user interfaces?
How does human memory play a role in designing user interfaces?
What is a possible outcome of not adequately understanding the problem space?
What is a possible outcome of not adequately understanding the problem space?
What is the primary difference between how constructivism and ecological theories view visual information?
What is the primary difference between how constructivism and ecological theories view visual information?
In designing user interfaces, why is contextual information particularly important?
In designing user interfaces, why is contextual information particularly important?
Which of the following statements about human cognitive capabilities is true?
Which of the following statements about human cognitive capabilities is true?
What role does attention play in human perception according to cognitive psychology?
What role does attention play in human perception according to cognitive psychology?
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Study Notes
Importance of Understanding the Problem Space
- Provides clarity on design purpose and methodology.
- Saves time, effort, and financial resources during the design process.
- Encourages refinement of ill-conceived ideas before finalizing designs.
- Aids in preliminary considerations of user experience and suitable design types.
- Understanding the problem equates to understanding the users.
Lessons from Havana Experience
- Proper context is established through problem comprehension.
- Problem understanding can guide alterations in solutions.
- Involving users in problem assessment fosters acceptable solutions.
Levels of Engagement with Users
- Initial interaction with community leaders offers surface-level insights into the problem.
- Broader community engagement (citizens, police, leaders) yields a complex understanding, albeit still superficial.
- Focused discussions with selected community members deliver an in-depth problem understanding and potential collaborative solutions.
Approaches to Interaction Design
- User-Centered Design prioritizes user input for guiding design solutions.
- Activity-Centered Design focuses on user behavior during specific tasks rather than their goals.
- System Design centers on the system’s components while users define the system’s objectives.
Data Gathering Techniques
- Interview Methods:
- Structured: Best for clear goals.
- Semi-structured: Flexible, guided conversation.
- Unstructured: Open-ended, exploratory discussions.
- Questionnaires: Asynchronous data collection.
- Observation: Direct or indirect examination of user interactions.
- Focus Groups: Collaborative discussion for data collection.
Data Recording Methods
- Note-taking combined with photos provides basic insights.
- Audio recording allows for better focus during interviews.
- Video recording is intrusive but can provide comprehensive data.
Interview Techniques
- Unstructured interviews support exploratory discussions but can be lengthy in analysis.
- Structured interviews use standard questions for comparison.
- Semi-structured combines elements of both approaches, maintaining flexibility while ensuring key topics are addressed.
Understanding Human Capabilities in Design
- Designers must grasp cognitive psychology to build systems accommodating user needs and limitations.
- Key cognitive components include information processing, perception, attention, and memory.
Sensory Perception in HCI
- Five main human senses: sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.
- Visual perception is critical, influencing design through aspects like size, depth, and brightness.
Theories of Visual Perception
- Constructivism: Suggests perception involves processing images with contextual information aiding recognition.
- Ecological: Proposes that knowledge of the world is necessary for object recognition.
Contextual Information in Design
- Similar interface elements can have different meanings in varying contexts.
- Recognizing user diversity and context-specific interpretations is vital for effective UI design.
Heuristic Evaluation and Usability Testing
- Heuristic evaluations by experts can identify usability issues.
- Usability testing typically involves end users and combines qualitative and quantitative data collection methods.
- Key aspects include user satisfaction, error frequency, and task completion time.
Observation Techniques
- Observation may occur in natural or controlled settings, focusing on who, where, and what.
- Ethnography includes comprehensive methods such as direct observation and diary studies, allowing for unstructured data collection.
Principles for UI Design
- Recognize User Diversity and follow the Eight Golden Rules of design to enhance usability.
- Emphasizes consistency, user control, informative feedback, and error prevention.
- Maintain clarity in design through consistent terminology, layout, and action sequences to improve user experience.
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