Cyberpsychology. An Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction

by Kent Norman

This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the human-computer interface in clear, non-technical language, making it an ideal introduction for students of both psychology and computer science. Covering the past, present, and future developments in technology and psychology, it combines cutting-edge academic research with engaging illustrations and examples that show students how the material relates to their lives. Topics addressed include: human factors of input devices, and the basics of sensation and perception; memory and cognitive issues of users navigating their way through interfaces; communication via programming languages and natural speech interaction; cyberpathologies such as techno-stress and Internet addiction disorders; and challenges surrounding automation and artificial intelligence. This thoroughly updated second edition features new chapters on virtual reality and cybersecurity; expanded coverage of social media, mobile computing, e-learning, and video games; and end-of-chapter review questions that ensure students have mastered key objectives.

Genres: Psychology

553 pages, Paperback

First published August 18, 2008

Reviews

[Wendelle]

browsed parts only

[Melvin Marsh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not bad, pretty decent human factors psychology book for undergrads focusing on cyberpsychology (I have my preferred book for more graduate work as I did an MS in space studies with a focus on human factors). Pretty readable and all. Easily used chapter by chapter if you don't need to read the entire book.

[Jeremy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A most excellent scholarly achievement for the budding field of cyberpsychology. Although I do have some reservations about the author's assertion of feature detectors, I will consent to the fact that I am a cognitive psychologist and this may be out of the author's field. I was very impressed by the author's discussion of systems. By far I am quite impressed and agree with the author's statement that a definitive text needs to be created.

[Alia · Rating 2 out of 5]

I gave up on this one. I thought it sounded like an interesting field to learn about, but the book was really dry and I had to force myself to read chapters even when I had plenty of free time. Now that I'm back at work and don't have as much free time, I haven't touched it in months, so it's time I just admit that I'm never going to finish it and move on. Maybe someone else will get more out of it than I did.