Naturally Interactive Systems
We research the design, implementation and evaluation of Naturally Interactive Systems. These systems allow users to interact with computers using speech, touch, and/or other modalities. In general, we are conducting research on natural interactions that use spoken language and multiple modalities to perform human-computer interaction.
Advanced Learning Technologies
We are building adaptive learning environments that allow educators to create instruction and provide learners with personalized instruction. These systems interact with people using multimodal interfaces, some use Animated Pedagogical Agents (APA).
We are building game-like interfaces that provide naturally interactive instruction using animation, artificial intelligence, and speech.
Usability
We are investigated holistic evaluation methods for computing systems. Currently, we are working on a holistic evaluation method called the holistic usability measure (HUM) for voice user interfaces (VUI).
Databases and Data Analytics
We use data mining to investigate business intelligence, education and societal issues. We also have projects that investigate data warehousing and information management.
Culturally Relevant Computing / Ethnocomputing
Ethnocomputing deals with the identification of the embeddedness of culture within computing artifacts and the process of applying culture to these artifacts by design to influence use. We specialize in the design, implementation and evaluation of culturally relevant computing systems.
