Application of Systemic-Structural Activity Theory to Design and Training
Innovative Methods for Ergonomics and Psychology in Design
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc
Published:18th Dec '14
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This insightful book provides analytical methods for studying human work, emphasizing ergonomics and psychology, while also incorporating engineering principles.
This book presents a comprehensive exploration of analytical methods applied to the study of human work, particularly within the fields of ergonomics and psychology. The approaches discussed are closely aligned with those used in engineering sciences, providing a unique perspective on the interplay between human activities and design. By offering both qualitative and quantitative methods of analysis, it aims to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications in various settings.
Application of Systemic-Structural Activity Theory to Design and Training delves into quantitative methods for assessing task complexity and reliability, alongside the application of queuing theory. These methodologies are essential for understanding how to optimize work processes and improve efficiency in labor force evaluations. The book serves as a valuable resource for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of human factors in design and training contexts.
In addition to theoretical insights, the text presents new data regarding labor force efficiency and its evaluation. This information is crucial for practitioners who aim to implement evidence-based strategies in their work environments. Overall, Application of Systemic-Structural Activity Theory to Design and Training is an essential read for those interested in the intersection of psychology, ergonomics, and engineering principles.
"The book overcomes the traditional separation between cognition, behavior, and motivation using a systemic approach to the analysis of human work activity. The new approach enables a more user-friendly design of tasks in HCI and ergonomic design of complex human–machine systems such as operation of automatic or semiautomatic systems. … The authors did an outstanding job."
—Helmut Strasser, Ergonomics Division Siegen University/Germany
"… presents a new systemic view based on activity theory to a very challenging multi-dimensional field. … The theory presented in the book is put into practice and can be used also by practitioners in different fields."
—Jussi Kantola Professor, University of Vaasa, Finland
ISBN: 9781482258028
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 748g
448 pages