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CS-486: Interaction design

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This course focuses on goal-directed design and interaction design, two subjects treated in depth in the Cooper book (see reference below). To practice these two methods, we propose a design challenge, which is further divided into mini-projects evenly spaced throughout the semester.

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/interaction-design-CS-486

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http://go.epfl.ch/CS-486

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Summary

Lectures

Instructors

Official source

https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/interaction-design-CS-486

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/CS-486

About this result

Ontological neighbourhood

Computer engineering

Software development: Human–computer interaction

Systems science and engineering

Systems thinking: Systems engineering

Lectures in this course (51)

Introduction to HCI and Interaction Design

Covers the basics of HCI, emphasizing usability, playfulness, and the importance of professional training in design.

Design Problem Statement: Formulating DPS

Explores the process of formulating a Design Problem Statement (DPS) and the importance of user insights in design.

Designing Quizzes and Behavior Change: Motivation and Engagement Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Discusses quiz design, project focus, behavior change, motivation, and ethical technology design.

Willpower Challenge Tasks: Introduction & Goal Setting Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers willpower challenge tasks, acceptance processes, and the importance of goal setting.

Willpower Challenge Tasks: Scaffolding Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores techniques to break tasks into smaller steps and maintain motivation.

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