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Theory and Practice of Tangible User Interfaces

Activity Theory and HCI

Summary:

Historical development of user interfaces and how activity theory helps us understand and design new technologies.

Readings assigned for this lecture: 

Acting with Technology (chapters 1, 2, & 3) by Victor Kaptelinin and Bonnie A. Nardi

Where the Action Is (chapters 1 & 2) by Paul Dourish

Lecture slides: 

Tuesday Week 2 Activity Theory and HCI