Essays about: "Persuasive Technology"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 65 essays containing the words Persuasive Technology.

  1. 16. Does Persuasive Technology Make Smartphones More Addictive? : An Empirical Study of Chinese University Students

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Xiaowei Chen; [2021]
    Keywords : Persuasive Technology; Persuasive design principles; Smartphone addiction; HCI ethics; Övertygande teknik; Övertygande designprinciper; Smartphoneberoende; HCI-etik;

    Abstract : With the development of computer hardware, computers with persuasion have become more powerful and influential than ever. The latest trends show that Persuasive Technology integrates with cutting-edge technologies, such as Natural Language Processing, Big Data, and Machine Learning algorithms. READ MORE

  3. 17. Committed to Exercise : A qualitative study on the persuasive effect and potential of a gym’s online booking system

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för informatik (IK)

    Author : Anna Löthman; Malin Liljeblad; [2021]
    Keywords : Interaction design; Human-centred design; Persuasive technology; Gamification; Online booking systems; Gyms; Exercise; Motivation;

    Abstract : While physical activity has many important benefits on our health and well-being, many people find it hard to establish and maintain long-lasting exercise routines. Technology can be an effective tool to combat this issue by increasing users’ motivation to exercise and encouraging them to make healthier choices. READ MORE

  4. 18. Persuasive technologies and digital wellness : Positive effects on end users' time management skills and overall productivity

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

    Author : Alessandro Salutari; [2021]
    Keywords : Persuasive technologies; Digital Wellness; Time Management;

    Abstract : The consistent growth in smartphone adoption together with the easy accessibility to internet usage on such devices, led to a shift in the development of personal technologies. The main change concerns devices that seek to capture user attention to those that aim to improve user well-being. READ MORE

  5. 19. Supporting reflection on time spent while studying

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Felix Blomqvist; [2021]
    Keywords : Interaction Design; Slow Technology; Calm Technology; Reflection;

    Abstract : During the Covid-19 pandemic, students has been forced to spend more time studying alone at home, which in some cases has led to increased stress and anxiety. This thesis explores qualities in Slow, Calm and Persuasive technology, together with temporal concepts in theory and qualities derived from ideation, with the aim to explore which qualities should be considered while designing for supporting self-reflection on time spent while studying. READ MORE

  6. 20. Online networking and real-time interaction for musicians

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för informationsteknologi

    Author : Ester Kylmänen; Emma Tysk; [2021]
    Keywords : Social Network for musicians; Networking; Musicians; Real-time Interaction; User Onboarding; Determine musical ability; Recommender System; Behaviour-Guiding Technology; Persuasive Design; Semi-strucured Interviews; Qualitative Research; Thematic Analysis; Human-Computer Interaction; HCI; User-Centered Design; UCD; User Experience design; UX-Design;

    Abstract : Despite the many technological advancements made in the music industry in recent years, there is still not a single widely adopted platform for musicians to play music together online. In 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent quarantine pushed the need for such a platform into the spotlight. READ MORE