Participatory Design for Cognitive Science: Examples From the Learning Sciences and Human−Computer Interaction

2023/10/01 by Jenny Yun‐Chen Chan, Tomohiro Nagashima, Avery H. Closser · 1 voice
Computer Science · Engineering · #Design Education and Practice #Innovative Human-Technology Interaction #Persona Design and Applications

paper · pdf · doi:10.1111/cogs.13365

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Abstract

Given the recent call to strengthen collaboration between researchers and relevant practitioners, we consider participatory design as a way to advance Cognitive Science. Building on examples from the Learning Sciences and Human-Computer Interaction, we (a) explore what, why, who, when, and where researchers can collaborate with community members in Cognitive Science research; (b) examine the ways in which participatory-design research can benefit the field; and (c) share ideas to incorporate participatory design into existing basic and applied research programs. Through this article, we hope to spark deeper discussions on how cognitive scientists can collaborate with community members to benefit both research and practice.

Citations

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Discussions

• Agree 100%! "Participatory design can advance Cognitive Science through...designing timely studies that reveal variations in human cognition across authentic contexts, and implementing practices that [bsky, 6 points, 0 comments]

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