Perspectives on Usability Testing with IoT Devices in Technical Communication Courses

David Wright Missouri University of Science and Technology

Abstract

This article offers perspectives on adopting smart home technology into usability testing for technical and professional communication (TPC) courses. Usability is a valued skill for technical communicators. However, usability testing methods have their problems as pedagogical tools. Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices and Smart Home Technology (SHT) may offer instructors tools to overcome some of those problems. This article details advantages and concerns associated with using SHT for curricular usability testing.

Journal
Technical Communication Quarterly
Published
2024-01-02
DOI
10.1080/10572252.2023.2194345
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