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by Eugene Kaluzniacky
February 1, 2004
There have arisen, in various settings, unmistakable calls for involvement of psychological factors in IT work, notably in development and deployment of information systems. Managing Psychological Factors in Information Systems Work: An Orientaion to Emotional Intelligence "pulls together" areas of existing involvement, to suggest yet new areas and to present an initial, and coherent vision and framework for, essentially, extending and humanizing the sphere of IT work. It may be indeed noteworthy that, while the Industrial Revolution may have moved the human person into intellectual predominance, the IT Revolution, with its recent calls for addressing and involving the "whole person", may indeed be initiating a re-centering of the human being in his/her essential core, giving rise to new consciousness, new vision and new, empowering experiences. May this book encourage the first few steps along a new and vivifying path!
by Alvin R. Tilley
December 14, 2001
Human factors research impacts everything from the height of kitchen counters to the placement of automobile pedals to a book's type size. And in this updated and expanded version of the original landmark work, you'll find the research information necessary to create designs that better accommodate human need. Featuring more than 200 anthropometric drawings, this handbook is filled with all of the essential measurements of the human body and its relationship to the designed environment. You'll also discover guidelines for designing for children and the elderly, for the digital workplace, and for ADA compliance. Measurements are in both English and metric units.
by Stephen M. Alessi, Stanley R. Trollip
November 9, 2000
This book shows how to use computers in educational settings by combining learning theory and instructional strategies to help the reader design software for learning and instruction. The book has been extensively revised to include new approaches to multimedia instruction as well as updating established methods such as tutorials, drills, simulations, games, and computer-based tests. Constructivist and instructivist approaches are analyzed and presented. The book is not equipment or software specific. For people interested in Educational Multimedia.
by David Beaty
January 1, 1996
In one of the worst aviation disasters ever, a L-1011 with a fire on board was able to land safely back at the airport; however, no exit was opened for twenty-three minutes and 301 people inside died. Why? Investigations into the causes of airplane accidents have for decades focused on what happened and who did it--very rarely on why. It's the question "why" that Beaty addresses here. Focusing on large commercial-aircraft accidents, he looks at human error precipitated by individuals as well as management and government. No other book on the subject speaks with such clarity to both the expert and the layman. David Beaty is a former Royal Air Force pilot, commercial airline pilot, and psychologist.
by Juji Misumi, Rainer Miller, Bernard Wilpert, Jyuji Misumi, Bernhard Wilpert
January 1, 1999
Represents a cross-disciplinary state-of-the-art look at the latest human factors developments in the Nuclear Industry, with their wider applications for the entire industrial sector.
by Janet M. Noyes (Editor), Matthew Bransby (Editor)
May 1, 2002
The aim of this book is to provide state-of-the-art information on various aspects of human-machine interaction and human-centered issues encountered in the control room setting. As industrial processes have become more automated, there is increasing concern about the performance of the people who control these systems. Human error is increasingly cited as the cause of accidents across many sectors of industry. This book is written primarily by engineers, for engineers involved with human factor issues. Illustrated with useful case studies, this book is essential reading for all students, engineering professionals, and managers interested in machine-human interactions.
by Donald A. Norman
April 1, 1988
Even the smartest among us can feel inept as we fail to figure out which light switch or oven burner to turn on, or whether to push, pull, or slide a door. The fault, argues this fascinating, ingenious--even liberating--book, lies not in ourselves, but in product design that ignores the needs of users and the principles of cognitive psychology. The problems range from ambiguous and hidden controls to arbitrary relationships between controls and functions, coupled with a lack of feedback or other assistance and unreasonable demands on memorization. The book presents examples aplenty--among them, the VCR, computer, and office telephone, all models of how not to design for people. But good, usable design is possible. The rules are simple: make things visible, exploit natural relationships that couple function and control, and make intelligent use of constraints. The goal: guide the user effortlessly to the right action on the right control at the right time. But the designer must care. The author is a world-famous psychologist and pioneer in the application of cognitive science. His aim is to raise the consciousness of both consumers and designers to the delights of products that are easy to use and understand.
by Sidney W. W. Dekker
December 31, 2004
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by Jane Fulton Suri
March 30, 2005
From IDEO, the global innovation and design firm responsible for such landmark products as Apple's first computer mouse, comes a primer in the observation method that keeps their practice human-centered and ever ingenious. People unconsciously perform ultraordinary actions every day, from throwing a jacket over a chair back to claim the seat, or placing something in the teeth when all hands are full. These "thoughtless acts" reveal the subtle but crucial ways people behave in a world not always perfectly tailored to their needs. Thoughtless Acts? is a collection of dozens of (often humorous) snapshots capturing such fleeting adaptations and minor exploitations. This method of observation demonstrates the kind of common-sense approach that can inspire designers and anyone involved in creative endeavors. Thoughtless Acts? is a privileged peek at how IDEO creates the people-friendly products, services, and spaces for which they are so widely recognized.
by Nuray Aykin
August, 2004
Contributors from the US, Europe, and Asia provide a theoretical foundation and practical examples and guidelines for designing information technology for different cultures, languages, and economic standings, describing methods that can be used to ensure their usability across cultural boundaries. Case studies describe research on cross-cultural design for children in a cyber setting, user requirements in mainland China, and travel planning on the Web. Aykin is affiliated with Siemens Corporate Research.
by Karel Vredenburg, Scott Isensee, Carol Righi
December 13, 2001
Applies the user-centered product design (UCD) approach to developing hardware, software, and service offerings that better anticipate customer needs. The approach focuses on designing ease of use into the total user experience, and features a series of methods for acquiring user input and converting it into design. The CD-ROM contains templates and educational presentations.
by Richard F. Gabriel
April 1, 2003
Human factors has been recognized as a specific engineering specialty for more than 50 years, however, it has yet to be fully accepted by many engineers and managers as a necessary part of the design process. This book demonstrates that a well structured and performed human factors effort can result in improved safety and efficiency not only in the operation and maintenance of the product, but also increased effectiveness and efficiency of the design process itself with significant cost savings. What Engineers and Managers Need to Know About Human Factors provides an introduction to the role, value, scope and the unique contributions the field of human factors can bring to the design process for all products. Aimed at the engineer and manager with no formal training in the life and social sciences, it is not intended to train the methods of human factors, but rather to provide knowledge that will enable engineers and managers to determine if including human factors in the planning and execution of product design is justified. Authored by an internationally renowned expert in the field, and richly illustrated with many figures, charts, tables and real-life examples, this book frames the value and practical applications in a perspective that specifically addresses human factors. As a result, you get insightful, practical guidance into the gamut of human factors discipline.
by Stephan A. Konz, Steven Johnson
August 1, 1999
Work Design: Industrial Ergonomics, Fifth Edition, gives readers the tools they need to achieve work design that is ergonomically effective while remaining economically feasible. Whether studying work design/ergonomics in a college classroom, preparing for the BCPE certification exam, or working as a professional in the field, readers can depend on this text to provide them with the accurate, up-to-date information they need. Written by engineers for engineers, Work Design's central goal is to provide clear, useful guidelines supported by research, science, and practice--guidelines that permit today's designers to "stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before." This edition provides comprehensive coverage of the work design process, including such topics as occurrence sampling, cumulative trauma, macro ergonomics, error reduction, manual material handling, and temporal ergonomics.
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