33 Lecture
CS408
Midterm & Final Term Short Notes
EVALUATION IV
The primary goal of evaluation is to understand how well a system meets the needs and expectations of its users and to identify any areas of improvement.
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What is the primary goal of evaluation in Human Computer Interaction (HCI)?
a) To assess the aesthetics of the system
b) To identify usability issues and areas of improvement
c) To determine the market value of the system
d) To measure the technical specifications of the system
Answer: b) To identify usability issues and areas of improvement
Which method involves observing users as they interact with the system to collect feedback on their experience?
a) Expert review
b) Cognitive walkthrough
c) Heuristic evaluation
d) Usability testing
Answer: d) Usability testing
What is the purpose of heuristic evaluation in the evaluation process of HCI?
a) To measure the system's technical performance
b) To assess the aesthetics of the system
c) To identify usability issues based on predefined usability principles
d) To observe users' thought process while using the system
Answer: c) To identify usability issues based on predefined usability principles
What is the purpose of surveys and questionnaires in evaluating interactive systems?
a) To collect quantitative and qualitative data from users
b) To assess the aesthetics of the system
c) To measure the system's technical performance
d) To observe users' thought process while using the system
Answer: a) To collect quantitative and qualitative data from users
Which method involves one-on-one interactions with users to gather qualitative data about their experiences and opinions?
a) Usability testing
b) Task analysis
c) Cognitive walkthrough
d) Interviews
Answer: d) Interviews
What is the significance of task analysis in evaluating the usability of a system?
a) To assess the aesthetics of the system
b) To measure the system's technical performance
c) To understand the tasks users perform and identify usability issues
d) To collect quantitative and qualitative data from users
Answer: c) To understand the tasks users perform and identify usability issues
Which method involves evaluating a system's design and usability based on established principles and guidelines?
a) Expert review
b) A/B testing
c) Heuristic evaluation
d) Cognitive walkthrough
Answer: a) Expert review
What is the purpose of A/B testing in the evaluation of interactive systems?
a) To assess the aesthetics of the system
b) To measure the system's technical performance
c) To compare design variations and determine the optimal one
d) To observe users' thought process while using the system
Answer: c) To compare design variations and determine the optimal one
What is the purpose of cognitive walkthrough in the evaluation process of HCI?
a) To measure the system's technical performance
b) To assess the aesthetics of the system
c) To identify usability issues based on predefined usability principles
d) To simulate the user's thought process while using the system
Answer: d) To simulate the user's thought process while using the system
What is the significance of analytics and metrics in evaluating the performance of a system?
a) To assess the aesthetics of the system
b) To measure the system's technical performance
c) To observe users' thought process while using the system
d) To collect data on system usage, performance, and user behavior
Answer: d) To collect data on system usage, performance, and user behavior
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What is the primary goal of evaluation in Human
Computer Interaction (HCI)?
Answer: The
primary goal of evaluation in HCI is to assess the usability, effectiveness,
and user satisfaction of interactive systems and identify areas of improvement.
What is usability testing, and
how does it help in evaluating a system?
Answer:
Usability testing involves observing users as they interact with a system and
collecting feedback on their experience. It helps in evaluating the
effectiveness and efficiency of a system by identifying any usability issues,
such as difficulties in completing tasks, errors, and frustrations.
What is expert review, and how
does it contribute to the evaluation process?
Answer:
Expert review involves usability experts evaluating a system's design and
usability based on established principles and guidelines. It contributes to the
evaluation process by providing valuable feedback on potential improvements to
enhance the usability and effectiveness of the system.
How does heuristic evaluation
work, and what is its significance in HCI evaluation?
Answer:
Heuristic evaluation is a method where evaluators assess a system against a set
of predefined usability principles or heuristics. It is significant in HCI
evaluation as it helps identify usability issues by evaluating the system
against these heuristics and providing feedback for improvement.
How can surveys and
questionnaires be used in evaluating interactive systems?
Answer:
Surveys and questionnaires can be used to collect quantitative and qualitative
data from users regarding their experiences, opinions, and satisfaction with
the system. They provide insights into user satisfaction, perceived usefulness,
ease of use, and other relevant factors.
What is the role of interviews
in the evaluation process of interactive systems?
Answer:
Interviews involve one-on-one interactions with users to gather qualitative
data about their experiences, opinions, and suggestions for improving the
system. They provide in-depth insights into user perspectives, preferences, and
behaviors, which can be valuable in the evaluation process.
How can task analysis
contribute to evaluating the usability of a system?
Answer: Task
analysis involves understanding the tasks users perform with the system, their
goals, and the challenges they face. It can contribute to evaluating the
usability of a system by identifying usability issues related to task
performance, efficiency, and effectiveness.
What is cognitive walkthrough,
and how does it help in evaluating a system?
Answer:
Cognitive walkthrough is a method where evaluators simulate the user's thought
process while using the system. It helps in evaluating a system by assessing it
from the user's perspective and identifying any issues related to cognitive
load, decision-making, and learning.
What is the significance of A/B
testing in the evaluation of interactive systems?
Answer: A/B
testing involves comparing two or more design variations of a system to
determine which one performs better in terms of user engagement, effectiveness,
and satisfaction. It is significant in the evaluation of interactive systems as
it helps identify the optimal design option based on user feedback and data
analysis.
How can analytics and metrics
be used in evaluating the performance of a system?
Answer:
Analytics and metrics involve collecting data on system usage, performance, and
user behavior. They can be used in evaluating the performance of a system by
providing insights into user engagement, system effectiveness, and areas of
improvement based on data analysis.