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Springer - Fieldwork for Design: Theory and Practice Book

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Explore the deep connection between ethnographic methods and the design of computing devices with Fieldwork for Design: Theory and Practice. Published by Springer, this text investigates why ethnographic approaches have become essential for designing technology used in workplaces, homes, and various other environments. This book provides a thorough history of ethnography, covering its practice before its integration into computer science and its evolution within the Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW) and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) domains. Readers will gain a clear understanding of the different ethnographic or fieldwork frameworks that are currently popular, including what each framework claims and what it entails in real-world application. A major focus of this work is the practical relationship between theory and practice. By examining how these two elements interact, the book helps clarify a relationship that is frequently misunderstood in the field. It serves as a valuable resource for those looking to understand how fieldwork informs the creation of effective computing tools.

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Provides a detailed history of ethnography from its origins to its modern use in computer science and the CSCW and HCI domains.

Examines popular ethnographic and fieldwork frameworks to explain their specific claims and practical requirements.

Explores why ethnographic approaches are used in the design of computing devices for the home, workplace, and other settings.

Focuses on the practical relationship between theory and practice to help clarify common misunderstandings in the field.

Offers insights into how fieldwork informs the design and development of modern computing technology.

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Brand: Springer
Model: 5 black & white illustrations, 5 black &
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1846287677
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 24 April 2007
Listed Since: 21 February 2007

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