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Conceptual Design for Interactive Systems
Designing for Performance and User Experience
1st Edition - March 11, 2015
Author: Avi Parush
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:9780124199699
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eBook ISBN:9780124199835
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Conceptual Design for Interactive Systems: Designing for Performance and User Experience
provides readers with a comprehensive guide to the steps necessary to take the leap from research and requirements to product design. The text presents a proven strategy for transforming research into a conceptual model, discussing the iterative process that allows users to build the essential foundation for a successful interactive system, while also taking the users’ mental model into consideration.
Readers will gain a better understanding of the framework they need to perceive, understand, and experience their tasks and processes in the context of their products. The text is ideal for those seeking a proven, innovative strategy for meeting goals through intuitive and effective thinking.
Provides a practical, guiding approach that can be immediately applied to everyday practice and study
Complete analysis and explanation of conceptual modeling and its value
Discusses the implications of effective and poor conceptual models
Presents a step-by-step process, allowing users to build the essential foundation for a successful interactive system
UX professionals engaged in design and testing of interactive systems.
Foreword
Preface
What Is This Book About?
Is this book for you?
How Is the book organized?
Acknowledgements
Part 1: The Conceptual Model—Fundamentals
Introduction
Chapter 1: A Multiple and Cross Channel Example: Setting an Appointment
Abstract
Chapter 2: Places, Routes, and Abstraction
Abstract
Chapter 3: A Layered Framework for the Conceptual Model
Abstract
Chapter 4: The Function Layer
Abstract
Functional Chunks
Task-Oriented Chunks
Object-Oriented Chunks
Content-Oriented Chunks
The Relations Between Functional Chunks and Compound Chunks
Chapter 5: The Configuration Layer
Abstract
Conceptual Model Elements
Configuration: The Connections Between the Conceptual Model Elements
Chapter 6: The Navigation and Policy Layer
Abstract
The Conceptual Navigation Map: Moving Between Conceptual Model Elements
Physical Places for the Conceptual Elements
Navigation Policy: The “Rules of the Road”
Operational Principles
Chapter 7: The Detailed Layers
Abstract
Form: Detailed Conceptual Elements
Details: User Interface Elements
Chapter 8: Summary of the Components of the Conceptual Model According to the Layered Framework
Abstract
Chapter 9: Conceptual Models Matter!: Implications to Human Performance, Usability, and Experience
Abstract
Usability and User Experience Implications
Chapter 10: A Typology of Conceptual Models
Abstract
Sequential and Structured Models
Nonsequential and Unstructured Models
Is There a Good or a Bad Conceptual Model? Introducing Conceptual Model Complexity
Summary of Part 1
Part 2: Conceptual Design: A Methodology
Introduction
Chapter 11: Conceptual Design in Context: Think Strategically
Abstract
The Business Context: Motivations for Developing the Product and Value Propositions
The Design and Development Context: The User-Oriented Approach
Project Management
Chapter 12: Conceptual Design: An Overview of the Methodology
Abstract
Revisiting the Framework
Project Management Considerations: This Does Not Have to be a Linear Process!
Chapter 13: First, User Research. Just Do It
Abstract
Data Collection
Analysis
Chapter 14: Functional Chunks: Construct the Essential Foundation
Abstract
Define Functional Chunks
Link Functional Chunks
Checkpoint: Revisit and Revise
Project Management Considerations
Chapter 15: Configuration: Draw Your First Rough Sketch of the Conceptual Model
Abstract
Define and Configure Conceptual Model Elements
Look for a Pivotal Element in the Configuration
Reconfigure the Model
Checkpoint: Revisit and Revise
Project Management Considerations
Chapter 16: Navigation Map: Moving from One Place to Another
Abstract
Outline Navigation Map
Evaluate and Revise
Project Management Considerations
Chapter 17: Navigation Policy: Define the “Rules of the Road”
Abstract
Define Physical Places for Conceptual Elements
Start Prototyping
Define Policy
Checkpoint: Revisit and Revise
More Implications of the Interaction Channel: The Operational Principles
Evaluate and Revise
Project Management Considerations
Chapter 18: Form: Transition to Detailed Design
Abstract
The Appearance Concept: Consider a Metaphor
Add Details
Develop a Full Storyboard
Test and Revise
Project Management Considerations
Chapter 19: Summary: Conceptual Design Methodology in a Glance
Abstract
Epilogue: Beyond the conceptual model and onto detailed design
References
Index
No. of pages: 164
Language: English
Edition: 1
Published: March 11, 2015
Imprint: Morgan Kaufmann
Paperback ISBN: 9780124199699
eBook ISBN: 9780124199835
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Avi Parush
With an academic background in cognitive experimental psychology, Avi Parush’s areas of expertise are human factors engineering, human computer interaction, and usability engineering. His professional and academic career of over 30 years in human factors was devoted to influencing the design of workplaces and tools people use in order to make their lives easier, safer and more beneficial. Avi Parush is internationally known as an expert in usability studies and is the founding editor in chief of the Journal of Usability Studies. Healthcare is Avi Parush’s current main research focus, building on his longstanding passion for understanding and improving the relationship between people and technology.
Affiliations and expertise
The Israel Institute of Technology
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