Lesson 06: Wrap-Up

An important part of the IST perspective draws on theoretical and application areas from human factors and human computer interaction. The IST perspective includes consideration of how humans design, evaluate, implement, and use information technology.

Now that you have completed this topic, you should be able to:

• Describe the basic principles of human factors and the importance of ergonomics and anthropometrics.
• Discuss the role and importance of human factors and human computer interaction.
• Describe some basic principles of user centered interface design.
• Outline some elements of usability testing and systems evaluation.