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CS 569 Case Studies

This case study explores effective observational methods to better understand the dynamics of space, people, and activities. Analyzing a male subject, aged 19-22, who exhibited confidence and purpose while navigating his environment sheds light on important aspects of user interaction. Key observations include his attire, behavior, and interactions within the computer area. The study emphasizes the importance of capturing nuanced details through direct observation while preparing observers to gather meaningful insights through preparatory work and documentation.

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CS 569 Case Studies

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  1. CS 569Case Studies How to observe

  2. We are observing the: Space Description Meaning Appropriateness Objects (technological and not technological) Description Meaning Appropriateness People/activities Description Meaning/Role Success/failure Stuff to include in observations:

  3. People and Objects My first “victim” was a male between 19/22 years old. He was about 5.9 feet tall and he was thin. He was wearing khaki short and a black T-shirt. He had black sport shoes. He was carrying with him his skate board. He had a big black back pack but it seemed almost empty. He had a lot of brown curly hair. Because of his age and his skate board, I assumed he was a student; he “looked like” all the other teens. Furthermore, he seemed to know exactly where he was going, what he was looking for and how to get it. He never stopped during the time he was there and never gave the impression to be lost.

  4. Actions c At 4:40pm, he came in from the A entrance and was looking toward the computer area. He decided to take a right just after Section 2. He walked a few steps and stopped. I assumed he realized no more desks were available in this are. It didn’t bother him, he didn’t feel embarrassed and turned back and went back from where he entered the area. He didn’t hesitate once then because he had seen a free desk. He chose to sit down in the Section 2 on a stool.

  5. Space (and people) • Diagrams are worth 1000 words

  6. Examples • Do they make us feel “there”? • What can we see in these, in detail? • Note desc/meaning/appropriateness. • Examples: • Observing software tutorial for teachers • Observing in KEC atrium

  7. You and the observation • You: • Have your stuff ready. (extra pen, camera ...) • Dress like them. Explain: Not an evaluation of them, but rather to lean about X. • Don’t talk to your partner! • Fill in your notes immediately after. • Collect other data for triangulation, eg: • Official descriptions and sketches • eg: KEC atrium drawing. eg: e-cafe menus. • Artifacts subjects created. • eg: their doodles on their scratchpad.

  8. In-class activity • <Demo>: The following people should: • group 1: learn from the demo. • group 2: observe the demo’er. • group 3: observe group 1. • Goal: How to help users like the ones you’re observing succeed at what they’re doing? • Observe (use paper for your notes) • Discuss a few (doc cam) • Does it make us feel “there”? • Reveals new info/subtleties, ie Insights?

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