The effects of metaphor on computer users' mental models and information search behaviors

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Hsu, Y.c. & Lee, J. (2002). The effects of metaphor on computer users' mental models and information search behaviors. In P. Barker & S. Rebelsky (Eds.), Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2002 (pp. 821-822). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Conference Information

World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications (EDMEDIA) 2002
Denver, Colorado, USA
2002
ISBN 1-880094-45-2
  Philip Barker & Samuel Rebelsky
AACE

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Authors

Yu-chen Hsu, National Tsing-Hua University, Taiwan; Jiunde Lee, National Chung-Cheng University, Taiwan

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of single versus multiple metaphors in computer expert and novice users' change of mental models as well as information search performance. Related issues, such as mental models, differences between novice and expert users, and effects of single versus multiple metaphors will be reviewed first in this paper, followed by the discussions of methodology and expected results. The research findings will suggest useful guidelines in designing metaphorical interfaces in the area of human-computer interaction.

Keywords

• Computers
• Human Computer Interaction

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