Measuring the Human Element in Complex Technologies

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Author(s): Niamh McNamara (University College Cork, Ireland)and Jurek Kirakowski (University College Cork, Ireland)
Copyright: 2009
Pages: 15
Source title: Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Chee Siang Ang (City University of London, UK)and Panayiotis Zaphiris (City University of London, UK)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-87828-991-9.ch027

Keywords: Human Aspects of Technology / Information Science Reference / Social Sciences & Humanities

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Measuring satisfaction can provide developers with valuable insight into the usability of a product as perceived by the user. Although such measures are typically included in usability evaluations, it is clear that the concept itself is under-developed. The literature reveals a lack of cumulative, systematic research and consequently the field is in “disarray” (Hornbæk, 2006). Clearly, the area needs a strong theoretical foundation on which to base research. This paper reviews the literature on user satisfaction and proposes a conceptualisation and definition of the concept that will aid researchers in the development of valid measures.

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