The occupational ergonomics handbook

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Meeting Diversity in Ergonomics

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Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine

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: This paper outlines some general strengths and weaknesses of using psychological theoretical approaches beyond their original domains, focussing on Rotter's (1966) Internal and External Locus of Control construct. Rotter's theory examines perceived locus of control of individuals during their social interactions (I/E). The issues of why and how I/E may be a useful theoretical approach to human computer interaction are addressed. Specific problems encountered in importing I/E into HCI are then described. An Interface Evaluation Experiment is discussed. First the system used for evaluation purposes is described, as well as the verbal protocol technique used, and the methods of analysis. Finally conclusions about the interface are presented. In this context I/E as an interface evaluation tool is discussed, as are related issues of importing psychological theories into HCI. Introduction:Locus of Control and HCI. Psychological theories often have a range of convenience which ex.

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