This is a seminar course with the following course goals: - to introduce students to related topics under the umbrella of interaction design; - to have students meet, listen to and discuss issues with some leading figures in the field; - to have students challenge their own ideas about designing for interaction; - with regular readings,discussions and writing, to have students develop a critical stance regarding the field, its proponents and body of literacture, as well as its study and practice; - to have students develop the skills for clear, concise and engaging writing; and, - with serious reflection, to have students develop their own definition of interaction design.
