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Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)

Human-computer interaction (HCI) is a multidisciplinary field that combines perspectives from computer science, psychology, and design in order to understand how people interact with technology, and how to design and build systems to improve user interactions. Students will take a deep-dive into the fundamentals of human-computer interaction. The course will cover the history and origins of HCI, user-centered design, prototyping techniques, and usability evaluation methods. In addition, the course will address the role of HCI in current and future technologies, such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and artificial intelligence, as well as its applications in medicine, education, and society.

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Session One
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Grade(s)
9-11
at the time of application
Scheduled Class Time*

08:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PDT)

*The course will meet for two hours daily (Monday–Friday) for a live online class during this window of time. The third hour is used for online office hours. Students will be admitted to and attend just one course section and time. The exact course time and office hour schedule will be set closer to the start of the program. In addition to the live meeting times, students complete out-of-class learning assignments such as assigned readings, group work, pre-recorded online lectures, and more.