INFO 5400 - Qualitative User Research and Design Methods

Spring. 3 credits. Letter grades only (no audit).

Prerequisite: INFO 3450/COMM 3450 /INFO 5355 or permission of instructor. Co-meets with COMM 4400/INFO 4400/INFO 6400.

G. Leshed.

This upper-level course provides an in-depth understanding of and experience with advanced concepts and techniques for researching, ideating, critiquing, designing, prototyping, and evaluating interactive technologies intended for people to use and incorporate in their lives. The course focuses on advanced user research and design methods.

Outcome 1: Students will be able to develop in-depth understanding of human-computer interaction theory, design, and research through readings, class discussions, and weekly workshops.