Chapter 58

Model-Based Evaluation

David Kieras
University of Michigan

 

Outline

Introduction

What Is Model-Based Evaluation?

Organization of This Chapter

Why Use Model-Based Evaluation?

Three Current Approaches

Task Network Models

Cognitive Architecture Models

GOMS Models

Issues in Model-Based Evaluation

Psychological Constraints Are Essential

A Brief History of Constraints in Modern Psychological

Theory

Modeling Cognitive Versus Perceptual-Motor Aspects of a Design

The Science Base Must Be Visible

The Role of Detail

The Value of Generativity

GOMS Models: A Ready-to-Use Approach

Why GOMS Models Work

Limitations of GOMS Models

Concluding Recommendations

References

 

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