OVERVIEW

The course proposes a critical and operational exploration of the empirical methods that can be used for the analysis of user experience (UX) and for the study of human behaviors and interactions in digital contexts. In line with the interdisciplinary approach of Digital Humanities, the course combines the theoretical foundations of cognitive sciences with the proper use of methodological tools from the social sciences and usability assessment.

Organized in two integrated modules – Cognitive Ergonomics and Qualitative-quantitative Methods – the course is aimed at students interested in understanding and improving the relationship between people and digital technologies, with particular attention to the quality of interaction, the comprehensibility of interfaces and the satisfaction of the end user.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The teaching unit aims to provide students with knowledge of research methodology, with a particular focus on its application to the ergonomic design of interactive systems and user interfaces. The teaching unit is structured into two modules, whose specific learning objectives are outlined in their respective descriptions.

PREREQUISITES

None

TEACHING METHODS

Students who hold valid certificates relating to Specific Learning Difficulties (SLD), disabilities or other educational needs are invited to contact the lecturer and the school’s disability liaison officer at the start of the course to agree on any teaching arrangements which, whilst respecting the course objectives, take into account individual learning styles. 

The contact details for the university’s disability liaison officer are available at the following link: https://unige.it/commissioni/comitatoperlinclusionedeglistudenticondisabilita. 

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

https://easyacademy.unige.it/portalestudenti/index.php?view=easycourse&_lang=it&include=corso

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Information on the exam methods will be available at the end of the comparative procedure for the assignment of the course.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Information on the assessment methods will be available at the end of the comparative procedure for the assignment of the course.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Students with valid certifications for Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) may request accommodations for exams at least 7 days prior to the exam date by filling out the “accommodation request form” (available via online services at https://modulionline.unige.it/richiesta-adattamenti# no-back), which will be automatically forwarded by the system to the instructor in charge of the course and to the faculty liaison for students with disabilities and SLDs in their School/Department. 

The student will receive a copy of their request.