The Contribution of Cognitive Engineering to the Effective Design and Use of Information Systems.

Garg-Janardan, Chaya; Salvendy, Gavriel

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Publication Date: 1986

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The Contribution of Cognitive Engineering to the Effective Design and Use of Information Systems.

Garg-Janardan, Chaya; Salvendy, Gavriel

Information Services and Use, v6 n5-6 p235-52 1986

Examines the role of human information processing and decision-making capabilities and limitations in the design of effective human-computer interfaces. Several cognitive engineering principles that should guide the design process are outlined. (48 references) (Author/CLB)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Cognitive Structures, Equipment Standards, Human Factors Engineering, Information Systems, Man Machine Systems, Systems Development, Users (Information)

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Reports - Evaluative

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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