Human cognition in Human-Computer Interaction
The course provides an introduction to cognitive psychology with emphasis on aspects that are relevant to the subject area human-computer interaction and related sub-areas such as IT and learning, and IT and cooperation.
Central cognitive psychological theories and issues are addressed, including mental representations, learning, memory, language and thoughts as well as problem solving.
Some general psychological issues related to the relationship between cognition, perception and motivation as well as general knowledge of the development of cognitive psychology is also treated. In addition to this, the course provides an introduction to behavioral science methodology.
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Course structure
Teaching format
The teaching consists of lectures, supervision and seminars.
Assessment
The course is examined as follows:
- on-campus written examin
- group assignment
Examiner
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
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Contact
This course is part of a programme, course package or incoming exchange studies and is not available for application as a stand-alone course.
Study counsellors - master
- Visiting address
Nod Buildning, Borgarfjordsgatan 12, Kista
- Office hours
Please contact us via email if you want to book a meeting. We are available on Campus in Kista and via Zoom.
- Phone hours
Thursday 12.30–2 pm
- Irregular office hours
Last phone hours of autumn semester 2024: 12 December
First phone hours of spring semester 2025: 9 January
