Ebook: Activity Theory in HCI: Fundamentals and Reflections
Author: Victor Kaptelinin Bonnie Nardi
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- Series: Synthesis Lectures on Human-Centered Informatics
- Year: 2012
- Publisher: Morgan & Claypool Publishers
- Language: English
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After making the case for theory in HCI and briefly discussing the contribution of activity theory to the field (Chapter One) we introduce the historical roots, main ideas, and principles of activity theory (Chapter Two). After that we present in-depth analyses of three issues which we consider of special importance to current developments in HCI and interaction design, namely: agency (Chapter Three), experience (Chapter Four), and activity-centric computing (Chapter Five). We conclude the book with reflections on challenges and prospects for further development of activity theory in HCI (Chapter Six).
Table of Contents: Introduction: Activity theory and the changing face of HCI / Basic concepts and principles of activity theory / Agency / Activity and experience / Activity-centric computing / Activity theory and the development of HCI