| Period(s) | I | II | III | IV |
| 2010–2011 | X |
Learning outcomes
To learn how to write a scientific paper in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and present it to peers. The emphasis is on reporting research, not in the actual research, but it is assumed that students will be reporting original research they have done or are doing outside this course.
Contents
The publication process and forums. Using and citing literature. Structuring a research paper. Typical mistakes by non-native authors. Writing style. Tips on effective communication. Reviewing and revising papers. Giving presentations.
Teaching methods
| Teaching method | Contact | Online |
| Lectures | 20 h | 0 h |
| Independent work |
Introductory lectures, web based tutoring, and a full-day workshop. Each student writes a scientific paper in predefined format. Individual tutoring and feedback is given on developing versions of the paper by the teacher and by other students. The course closes with a workshop where each student gives a presentation of the paper they have written.
Teaching language
EnglishModes of study
Writing of a research paper, peer reviewing of other papers, and revision of the research paper on the basis of comments received, and giving the presentation.
Evaluation
Pass/fail.Recommended year of study
Post-graduate studies.
Study materials
- Slides and examples from student papers made available over the net.
- American Psychological Association, Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. American Psychological Association 2001.
- Zobel, J., Writing for Computer Science: The Art of Effective Communication (Second edition). Springer 2004.
Further information
The course is an extended version of the course VTEKS107 Scientific Writing in Human-Computer Interaction. Advice on how to give conference presentations have been added to the course. The course is now only intended for doctoral students. If you have received credit for VTEKS107, you cannot get credit for this course.
