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Speed of Learning, Simplicity

A keypad without text or numbers?

The speed at which people learn how to use the core functionality of a device, and the role of visual signposts (such as keypad markings) in supporting that learning. The affect of wear on the learning process versus the extent to which wear and tear suggests that this device belongs to this person? The extent to which wear and tear makes it harder to lend this device for others to use? The contexts and the extent to which a 'lack of lendability' is desirable?

Should touch-screen keys fade the more you use them? And if you lend your 'digitally worn' touch screen device to someone else should the keys appear as new?

From a day well spent in the company of ITU students and staff.

Writing from Istanbul | April 26, 2007 | Permalink