Challenges of emerging technologies for human-centred design: bridging the gap between inquiry and invention

Abstract

Though user-centred design methods are excellent for fulfilling user needs using mature technologies, they are still limited in handling emerging technologies. On the other hand, technology-centric methods are great for designing cool new gadgets, though their outcomes often do not solve real users' needs. This full-day workshop will bring together academic researchers and industry practitioners to explore how we can bridge inquiry-led human-centred design methods with invention-led technology-centred methods. Participants will be invited to submit proposals where they answer a set of questions about this challenge for discussion during the workshop. On the day of the workshop, we will discuss challenges and opportunities in this space and work together in a practical ideation, prototyping, and evaluation activity to uncover potential solutions, guidelines, and directions for future research and practice.