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Lane, Kenneth E.; Richardson, Michael D. – Educational Facility Planner, 1993
A search reveals only six articles that concern human-factors engineering as it relates to student furniture. Contacts with five school-furniture manufacturers disclose that designs were basically unaltered for years and are claimed to reflect what schools want in furniture. Proposes recommendations to design and secure furniture to meet students'…
Descriptors: Classroom Furniture, Design Requirements, Elementary Secondary Education, Human Factors Engineering
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Kao, Henry S. R. – Visible Language, 1979
Suggests a conceptual framework for the handwriting system, consisting of three elements: the hand, the writing instrument, and paper. Discusses the integration of these elements relative to handwriting performance, presents an overview of relevant research and a proposal for needed research, analyzes and compares writing instrument designs, and…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Fatigue (Biology), Handwriting, Handwriting Materials
Harrell, Thomas H. – 1987
This discussion of the design of computerized psychological assessment or testing instruments stresses the importance of the well-designed computer-user interface. The principles underlying the three main functional elements of computer-user dialogue--data entry, data display, and sequential control--are discussed, and basic guidelines derived…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Data Processing, Design Requirements, Human Factors Engineering
Hildreth, Charles – 1981
Recent research on human factors in the man-machine communications interface is reviewed and discussed as it relates to the problem of establishing optimal system response times for the various kinds of tasks performed at the computer terminal. Optimal system response time is operationally defined, and the conflicting demands of system design,…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Human Factors Engineering, Man Machine Systems, Measurement Techniques
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Bailey, C. A. – British Journal of Special Education, 1988
Research is reviewed on (1) ergonomic factors which affect handwriting performance, focusing on the student's grip on the writing implement, pressure on the writing instrument and surface, types of writing instruments, and writing paper; and (2) assessment of the legibility and speed of handwriting. (Author/JDD)
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Elementary Education, Evaluation Methods, Handwriting
Reilly, Susan S.; Roach, John W. – Educational Technology, 1986
Compares the five classic graphic design principles used to construct visual messages--proportion, sequence, emphasis, unity, and balance--with relevant human factors research findings. Compiled by Williges and Williges (1981) these findings focus on the structuring of information for visual displays in interactive environments. (MBR)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Software, Design Requirements, Graphic Arts
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Helander, Martin G.; Palanivel, Thiagarajan – Impact of Science on Society, 1992
Addresses research results and controversies concerning the ergonomic design of computer work stations ranging from the traditional concerns with anthropometric fashions, work posture, and visual performance to the recent considerations about human information processing capacities and awareness of problem-solving strategies. (eight references)…
Descriptors: Computer Software Development, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Human Factors Engineering
California Univ., San Diego. Center for Human Information Processing. – 1983
Four papers from the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) Project on Human-Computer Interfaces are presented in this report. "Evaluation and Analysis of User's Activity Organization," by Liam Bannon, Allen Cypher, Steven Greenspan, and Melissa Monty, analyzes the activities performed by users of computer systems, develops a…
Descriptors: Activities, Computer Programs, Design Requirements, Evaluation Methods
McCann, Patrick H. – 1983
This summary of methods for improving the user-computer interface is based on a review of the pertinent literature. Requirements of the personal computer user are identified and contrasted with computer designer perspectives towards the user. The user's psychological needs are described, so that the design of the user-computer interface may be…
Descriptors: Automation, Behavioral Science Research, Computer Programs, Design Requirements
Sullivan, Dennis – 1981
Because the Navy needs tools to assess the personnel implications of proposed equipment and system designs, a literature search was conducted in 1978 to determine how hardware design engineers perceive the relationships between system design characteristics and the skills of the system operator and maintenance personnel. Recent studies conducted…
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Electronic Equipment, Electronics, Engineers
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Morris, Anne; Barnacle, Stephen – Electronic Library, 1989
Discusses the importance of recognizing the human component in library automation systems to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the system. Human factors considerations are discussed in terms of health and safety aspects, ergonomics, workplace design, and job organization. (41 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Human Factors Engineering, Job Development, Job Satisfaction
Wright, Carol; Friend, Linda – Online, 1992
Describes factors to be considered in the design of ergonomically correct workstations for online searchers. Topics discussed include visual factors, including lighting; acoustical factors; radiation and visual display terminals (VDTs); screen image characteristics; static electricity; hardware and equipment; workstation configuration; chairs;…
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Computer Printers, Design Requirements, Electricity
California Univ., San Diego, La Jolla. Inst. for Cognitive Science. – 1984
This report is a collection of 11 recent papers by the Human-Machine Interaction Group at the University of California, San Diego. The following papers are included: (1) "Stages and Levels in Human-Machine Interaction," Donald A. Norman; (2) "The Nature of Expertise in UNIX," Stephen W. Draper; (3) "Users in the Real…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computers
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Miller, R. Bruce – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Discusses health hazards associated with use of visual display terminals (VDTs) and provides guidelines for safe use of VDTs in the following areas: radiation, design of work stations, design of VDTs, illumination, glare, work/rest periods, visual testings, ion depletion. An 11-item annotated bibliography of recommended readings and bibliographies…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Design Requirements, Display Systems, Guidelines
Wagner, Judy L.; Didriksen, Mark C. – Performance and Instruction, 1990
Discusses health concerns associated with the use of video display terminals (VDT) and provides guidelines to enhance the performance of VDT users. Health issues addressed include radiation, musculoskeletal, psychological, and visual concerns. Guidelines for a well-designed VDT environment are also presented, including hardware considerations,…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Design Requirements, Furniture, Guidelines
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