NDLI: A discussion of using mental models in assistive environments

Content Provider	ACM Digital Library
Author	Peter, Christian Müsebeck, Petra Aehnelt, Mario
Abstract	The design of assistive environments often follows technological potentials and constraints in order to react on people's behavior and assist them in everyday life situations. In this paper we discuss the role of mental models for improving the usability and user experience with assistive environments. We argue for a user-centered design including interaction design which provides intentional support in building, shaping and confirming the mental model of the user. The paper aims to motivate a wide discussion on design principles for assistive environments focusing on better user experiences and assistance qualities.
Starting Page	1
Ending Page	5
Page Count	5
File Format	PDF
ISBN	9781450313001
DOI	10.1145/2413097.2413145
Language	English
Publisher	Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
Publisher Date	2012-06-06
Publisher Place	New York
Access Restriction	Subscribed
Subject Keyword	Human computer interaction Acceptance User-centric design Interaction design Mental models Usability
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article

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A discussion of using mental models in assistive environments