Usability methods’ familiarity among map application developers

Nivala, Annu‐Maaria; Sarjakoski, L. Tiina; Sarjakoski, Tapani

doi:10.1016/j.ijhcs.2007.04.002

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“…Interestingly, while UE concepts have had a large impact in cartographic research, several studies have noted minimal transition of UE concepts into cartographic practice (e.g. Nivala, Sarjakoski, & Sarjakoski, 2007;Roth, 2015), despite other studies suggesting that uptake fails when users are not integrated into the design process (e.g. Mendonça & Delazari, 2014;Rogers et al, 2007).…”

Section: Human-computer Interaction and Usability Engineeringmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Technological innovations have fundamentally changed how maps are produced and consumed (Montello, 2009;Virrantaus et al, 2009). We both need to pose new research questions (as addressed in Section 5) and adopt new methodological designs in order to account for maps and visualizations that are highly interactive, delivered on-demand over the web, and responsive across devices (Nivala et al, 2007;Ooms, Andrienko, Andrienko, Maeyer, & Fack, 2012). Furthermore, technological innovations have opened map creation and use to the larger public, creating opportunities to conduct user research through volunteered geographic information (VGI) platforms (e.g.…”

Section: User Study Materialsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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User studies in cartography: opportunities for empirical research on interactive maps and visualizations

Roth

Çöltekin

Delazari

et al. 2017

International Journal of Cartography

129

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The possibility of digital interactivity requires us to reenvision the map reader as the map user, and to address the perceptual, cognitive, cultural, and practical considerations that influence the user's experience with interactive maps and visualizations. In this article, we present an agenda for empirical research on this user and the interactive designs he or she employs. The research agenda is a result of a multi-stage discussion among international scholars facilitated by the International Cartographic Association that included an early round of position papers and two subsequent workshops to narrow into pressing themes and important research opportunities. The focus of our discussion is epistemological and reflects the wide interdisciplinary influences on user studies in cartography. The opportunities are presented as imperatives that cross basic research and user-centered design studies, and identify practical impediments to empirical research, emerging interdisciplinary recommendations to improve user studies, and key research needs specific to the study of interactive maps and visualizations.

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Section: Human-computer Interaction and Usability Engineeringmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: User Study Materialsmentioning

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User studies in cartography: opportunities for empirical research on interactive maps and visualizations

Roth

Çöltekin

Delazari

et al. 2017

International Journal of Cartography

129

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“…These results suggest that end users will benefit from access to a selection of geo-visualization methods when analyzing geospatial data in their research. As web-based mapping systems are used by a wide variety of people with different background knowledge and purposes, a variety of choices should be available to them (Nivala et al, 2007).…”

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Evaluating web-based static, animated and interactive maps for injury prevention

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Abstract. Public health planning can benefit from visual exploration and analysis of geospatial data. Maps and geovisualization tools must be developed with the user-group in mind. User-needs assessment and usability testing are crucial elements in the iterative process of map design and implementation. This study presents the results of a usability test of static, animated and interactive maps of injury rates and socio-demographic determinants of injury by a sample of potential end-users in Toronto, Canada. The results of the user-testing suggest that different map types are useful for different purposes and for satisfying the varying skill level of the individual user. The static maps were deemed to be easy to use and versatile, while the animated maps could be made more useful if animation controls were provided. The split-screen concept of the interactive maps was highlighted as particularly effective for map comparison. Overall, interactive maps were identified as the preferred map type for comparing patterns of injury and related socio-demographic risk factors. Information collected from the user-tests is being used to expand and refine the injury web maps for Toronto, and could inform other public health-related geo-visualization projects.

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“…Yet, the field has long been lacking a suitable tool for conducting usability tests. The lack of tools for usability studies in cartography is mentioned in Nivala et al [76]. Even recently published papers still use domain-unspecific software and tools [77] and self-developed tools created ad hoc [78].…”

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The Hypothesis Platform: An Online Tool for Experimental Research into Work with Maps and Behavior in Electronic Environments

Šašinka

Morong

Stachoň

2017

IJGI

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Abstract:The article presents a testing platform named Hypothesis. The software was developed primarily for the purposes of experimental research in cartography and psychological diagnostics. Hypothesis is an event-logger application which can be used for the recording of events and their real-time processing, if needed. The platform allows for the application of Computerized Adaptive Testing. The modularity of the platform makes it possible to integrate various Processing.js-based applications for creation and presentation of rich graphic material, interactive animations, and tasks involving manipulation with 3D objects. The Manager Module allows not only the administration of user accounts and tests but also serves as a data export tool. Raw data is exported from the central database in text format and then converted in the selection module into a format suitable for statistical analysis. The platform has many functions e.g., the creation and administration of tasks with real-time interaction between several participants ("multi-player function") and those where a single user completes several tests simultaneously ("multi-task function"). The platform may be useful e.g., for research in experimental economics or for studies involving collaborative tasks. In addition, connection of the platform to an eye-tracking system is also possible.

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Usability methods’ familiarity among map application developers

Cited by 35 publications

References 11 publications

User studies in cartography: opportunities for empirical research on interactive maps and visualizations

User studies in cartography: opportunities for empirical research on interactive maps and visualizations

Evaluating web-based static, animated and interactive maps for injury prevention

The Hypothesis Platform: An Online Tool for Experimental Research into Work with Maps and Behavior in Electronic Environments

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