CHI 2007 Advance Program: Session Details

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Designing for Specific Cultures (Papers)

Wednesday
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

 

How HCI Interprets the Probes

Kirsten Boehner
Janet Vertesi
Phoebe Sengers
Paul Dourish

Analyses the use of cultural probes and allied methods in HCI design practice. Provides an alternative account of the relationship between data gathering and knowledge production in HCI.

 

Social Dynamics of Early Stage Co-Design in Developing Regions

Divya Ramachandran
Matthew Kam
Jane Chiu
John Canny
James Frankel

Generalizes lessons from three field studies for effectively engaging local stakeholders in developing regions in early stage design based on using technology artifacts, and observations of social networks in communities.

 

Localized Iterative Design for Language Learning in Underdeveloped Regions: The PACE Framework

Matthew Kam
Divya Ramachandran
Varun Devanathan
Anuj Tewari
John Canny

A framework and process for localizing language learning software for underdeveloped regions. Facilitates the rapid, cost-effective design of usable and pedagogically effective language learning software by promoting reuse and scalability.