BCSC 3210 HUMAN

COMPUTER
INTERACTION
Alex Kang’ethe
0720789586
 Introduction to HCI

Definition of Human-Computer Interaction

(HCI)
Importance of HCI in modern technology
Overview of the lecture structure
 Historical Perspective

Evolution of HCI from early computers to

modern devices

Key milestones in HCI development

Fundamental Concepts in HCI:

• User-centered design
• Usability and user experience (UX)
• Affordances and constraints
 Cognitive Principles:

• Mental models
• Perception and attention
• Memory and learning in HCI
 Interaction Design Principles:
• Consistency in design
• Feedback and responsiveness
• Error prevention and recovery
 User Interface Elements:
• Buttons, menus, and navigation
• Forms and input controls
• Icons and symbols
 Mobile and Touch Interfaces:
• Design considerations for mobile devices
• Gesture-based interactions
 Accessibility in HCI:
• Importance of accessible design
• Guidelines for designing accessible interfaces
 Social Aspects of HCI:
• Collaborative interfaces
• Social media and HCI
 Case Studies:
• Successful HCI implementations
• Lessons learned from failures
 Emerging Trends in HCI:
• Virtual and augmented reality
• Natural language processing and voice
interfaces
 Ethical Considerations in HCI:
• Privacy concerns
• Bias in AI and machine learning
 Future Challenges:
• Keeping pace with technological advancements
• Balancing innovation with user needs
• “Technology is the
campfire around
which we tell our
stories.”--- Laurie
Anderson