Udacity

Human-Computer Interaction

Engineering and Technology

Short Description

This course is an introductory course on human-computer interaction, covering the principles, techniques, and open areas of development in HCI.

Long Description

The Human-Computer Interaction course on Udacity covers a range of topics and principles essential to understanding and designing effective user interfaces. Students will learn about feedback cycles and direct manipulation, design principles and heuristics, as well as mental models and distributed cognition. The course also delves into various methods such as needfinding and requirements gathering, and low-fidelity to high-fidelity prototyping. Students will gain knowledge in predictive, empirical, and qualitative evaluation techniques. The course also explores applications of HCI in areas such as virtual and augmented reality, ubiquitous and context-sensitive computing, as well as healthcare, education, and security.

Course Details

Duration
16 weeks
Difficulty
Intermediate
Format
Short Course
Price
Free
Course Link
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Description
Udacity is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses and programs in various fields such as technology, business, data science, and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 2012 by Sebastian Thrun, David Stavens, and Mike Sokolsky with the aim of providing accessible and affordable education to individuals worldwide. Udacity's courses are designed in collaboration with industry experts and leading companies, ensuring that the content is relevant and up-to-date. The platform offers both self-paced courses and guided programs, allowing learners to choose the learning style that suits them best. Udacity also provides career services and support, including resume reviews, interview preparation, and job placement assistance, to help learners transition into their desired careers.