The UPA workshops provide an active arena for advancements in the field of usability and design. Workshops provide the opportunity for experienced practitioners to develop new ideas about a topic of common interest and experience. The entire workshop should be focused on the active exchange of ideas among the participants. Workshop facilitators select participants on the basis of position papers submitted in advance of the workshop. Workshops typically accommodate 15 participants for one or possibly two full days.
Workshops can serve as the first step in planning books and articles.
Consider doing a poster or presentation to communicate your results to conference attendees. UPA expects all presentations to include substantial time for audience participation. Presentation length can be 90 minutes or 45 minutes. Panels of no more than three members are recommended to allow ample time for discussion. These studies provide a unique way for usability practitioners to share real design experiences and challenges.