Research Topics in Human-Computer Interaction
COMPSCI 2790R
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Course Information
Description
Students will read, write about, prepare presentations about, and discuss human-computer interaction (HCI) and HCI-relevant work with a focus on papers about interfaces and automation that work especially well with (or clash against) human cognitive capabilities. Papers will primarily be on the building and evaluation of novel systems, as well as theories of and studies characterizing human cognition relevant to human-AI interaction scenarios. As a semester-long final project, students will pursue a research project of their own design in self-organized groups and present their findings in writing and orally in a conference-style format, as means to understand more deeply the processes behind HCI research.
Course Notes
Designed for PhD students from all areas; a diversity of disciplinary backgrounds has greatly benefited past student teams. Several student teams have subsequently iterated on and published their projects in top-tier venues. Masters students and advanced undergraduates are welcome, particularly those who wish to write a thesis or apply for a PhD in an area related to Human-Computer Interaction. This course was previously numbered CS 279R.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
