Prior schemata transfer as an account for assessing the intuitive use of new technology
An experiment is conducted for assessing the intuitive use of an interface. Intuitive use relies on the transfer of prior knowledge schemata. Familiar and new features yield distinct patterns of prior schemata transfer and of new schemata induction, respectively. Transfer and induction patterns were moderated by participants' cognitive style. Assessment of these patterns is reported for the evaluation and redesign of interfaces.
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