Ways of Knowing in HCI

Ways of Knowing in HCI is a textbook that compiles established and newer research methods used in human-computer interaction. The volume examines how diverse investigative frameworks help researchers understand users, user behavior, and the varied contexts of technology use.

The text outlines the disciplinary foundations behind individual approaches and clarifies the specific forms of knowledge each methodology generates. In discussing field-based inquiry, the book examines ethnographic research to demonstrate how direct study informs the understanding of user environments.

Structured for graduate students, the volume provides background context alongside sample exercises to aid methodological learning. It also serves as a reference for academic researchers and industry practitioners seeking to evaluate empirical research strategies.