The following resources may be helpful when completing this assignment.
Dearden, A. (2008)
(https://smartech.gatech.edu/bitstream/handle/1853/48573/User%20Centered%20Design%20Considered%20
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Norman, D. (2007–2010)(https://jnd.org/activity-centered_design_why_i_like_my_harmony_remote_control/)
Computer applications that run on desktop and laptop computers have, for a long time, been designed to be d
dragging and clicking a mouse. With the introduction of tablet personal computers, the trend has shifted towar
touch-based screens. We now have access to touch-based TVs, touch-based monitors, touch-based laptops a
based tablets. Touch and multi-touch devices provide end users with the ability to interact physically with an ap
much more naturally.
Imagine that you are the Information Technology Director of a major chain restaurant, and you have been assi
design a menu ordering application that can run on all devices. Examine whether using a touch-screen monito
using a mouse to select menu items to place an order would be most efficient. Speculate how employees wou
with these devices and the type of emotional reaction that customers and employees will experience while pla
beverage, appetizer or entrée order.
Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:
Differentiate between the interaction types and styles that apply to multi-touch screens and applications runnin
Determine the conceptual model that you would use when designing a product for your restaurant.
Describe the key analogies and concepts these monitors expose to users, including the task-domain objects u
manipulate on the screen.
Determine one (1) utility / tool in an application for touch-based and mouse-drive screens that should be desig
memory retention / recall. Provide a rationale for your response.
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