The design of tools, objects and interaction techniques is often led by concepts such as metaphor and affordance. However, the underlying cognitive theories are typically not well understood. We often argue that something is intuitive, but what does this actually mean and what kind of theories can we use to make our argument more precise?
This seminar will introduce students to such foundational concepts and their theoretic background, ranging from theories on stimulus-response compatibility and the close coupling of perception and action, over the bodily basis of meaning and reasoning (image schemas) to the variability of object affordances.
We will discuss the presented concepts, theories, and examples with respect to their relevance for HCI and in relation to the other presented topics. This exchange will allow us to identify overlaps and conflicts between these independent theories.
Beside of engaging with the topics of the seminar, this seminar gives opportunity to train and improve presentation skills. Participants will individually study relevant literature and present their findings in two 20 minute talks. The first series of talks will take place at the first block seminar. Based on the discussion and group feedback, they will deepen or broaden their reading and improve the presentation for the second block seminar.
Each student will finally submit a survey paper on their selected topic that also reflects the discussions with the group.
Dates:
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Application via e-mail (kulik@uni-weimar.de) until April 2nd
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Introduction and allocation of topics: 08.04.2019: Mo. 11:00 bis 12:30
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Two block seminars on April 27th and May 18th, 9:30-16:30
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