C S 556

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Research Methods and Study Design in Human-Computer Interaction

Computer Science College of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

Course Description

Understand and use qualitative and quantitative methods for human-computer interaction research, such as interviews, observations, surveys, and measurements. Learn to choose study designs, analyze data, and consider ethical implications of involving human participants in research.

When Taught

Winter

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3

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3

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3

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0

Other Prerequisites

Prior experience in user experience or human-computer interaction.

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Research Methodologies

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to choose between qualitative and quantitative research methods in human-computer interaction.

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Logical Approaches

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to choose between inductive and deductive research methods in human-computer interaction.

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Decision-Making

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to discuss decisions made in research study design.

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Ethical Compliance

Learning Outcome

Students will be able to successfully navigate the institutional review board application process to ensure research compliance.

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Method Assessment

Learning Outcome

Students will critically assess study methods presented in published peer-reviewed HCI research.