Interaction Design: Beyond Human - Computer Interaction

A revision of the #1 text in the Human Computer Interaction field, Interaction Design, the third edition is an ideal resource for learning the interdisciplinary skills needed for interaction design, human-computer interaction, information design, web design and ubiquitous computing.

The authors are acknowledged leaders and educators in their field, with a strong global reputation. They bring depth of scope to the subject in this new edition, encompassing the latest technologies and devices including social networking, Web 2.0 and mobile devices. The third edition also adds, develops and updates cases, examples and questions to bring the book in line with the latest in Human Computer Interaction.

Interaction Design offers a cross-disciplinary, practical and process-oriented approach to Human Computer Interaction, showing not just what principles ought to apply to Interaction Design, but crucially how they can be applied. The book focuses on how to design interactive products that enhance and extend the way people communicate, interact and work. Motivating examples are included to illustrate both technical, but also social and ethical issues, making the book approachable and adaptable for both Computer Science and non-Computer Science users. Interviews with key HCI luminaries are included and provide an insight into current and future trends.

The book has an accompanying website www.id-book.com which has been updated to include resources to match the new edition.

The leading book on human-computer interaction, now completely updated

Offering a process-oriented approach to human-computer interaction, this updated resource is an ideal starting point for learning the interdisciplinary skills needed for interaction design, human-computer interaction, information design, web design, and ubiquitous computing. The team of authors brings their vast expertise to the pages as they go beyond simply showing you the principles that apply to interaction design, but also explaining how these principles can be applied.

• Boasts completely updated content on interaction design, human-computer interaction, information design, web design, and more
• Includes coverage on the latest technologies and devices such as social networking, Web 2.0, and mobile devices
• Develops and updates all featured case studies, examples, and questions to illustrate technical, social, and ethical issues you may face
• Explains the various principles of interaction design and how to apply them
• Places special emphasis on how to design interactive products that enhance and extend the way people communicate, interact, and work

Featuring a full-color design throughout, this new edition is commendably adaptable for both computer science and non-computer science users.