What Quality?: Performing Research on Movement and Computing

Abstract

This article investigates fundamental questions and methodological issues concerning research on movement and computing. Through a process of mapping of the various approaches and phases of research in this domain, it attempts to construct a coherent picture and overview of the research field. A series of questions arise that are discussed with the intent of anchoring and directing future research across different disciplines. In order to better apprehend the complexity of movement, gesture, action, and physical performance, and their role as topic of scientific, scholarly as well artistic research practices, an extension of the disciplinary and methodological framework is proposed. The juxtaposition of the diverse approaches and goals, and the extension of the research can indicate novel axes for generating techniques, methods, and ultimately knowledge. Based on this insight, a reflection on the potential of a wider cross-mediating research practice concludes this article.