期刊名称：International Journal of Human and Social Sciences
印刷版ISSN：1307-8046
出版年度：2008
卷号：02
期号：02
页码：118-118
出版社：World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology
摘要：In this paper we report a study aimed at determining
the effects of animation on usability and appeal of educational
software user interfaces. Specifically, the study compares 3
interfaces developed for the Mathsigner. program: a static
interface, an interface with highlighting/sound feedback, and an
interface that incorporates five Disney animation principles. The
main objectives of the comparative study were to: (1) determine
which interface is the most effective for the target users of
Mathsigner. (e.g., children ages 5-11), and (2) identify any Gender
and Age differences in using the three interfaces. To accomplish
these goals we have designed an experiment consisting of a
cognitive walkthrough and a survey with rating questions. Sixteen
children ages 7-11 participated in the study, ten males and six
females. Results showed no significant interface effect on user task
performance (e.g., task completion time and number of errors);
however, interface differences were seen in rating of appeal, with
the animated interface rated more ¡®likeable¡¯ than the other two.
Task performance and rating of appeal were not affected
significantly by Gender or Age of the subjects.
关键词：Animation, Animated interfaces, Educational
Software, Human Computer Interaction, Multimedia.
