10 Best Books on Human Computer Interaction

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Human Computer Interaction, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Human Computer Interaction Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Human Computer Interaction below.

 
1."Human-Computer Interaction" by Dix
“Human-Computer Interaction” Book Review: This book is written for students and teachers looking for information about human computer interaction. The author elaborately explains topics like interaction design and universal access. Other topics like rich interaction and the latest developments in ubiquitous computing and web technologies are also elaborately explained in this book. This book also contains information about HCI theory and practice.

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2."Designing the User Interface: Strategies for Effective Human-Computer Interaction" by Shneiderman
“Designing the User Interface: Strategies for Effective Human-Computer Interaction” Book Review: This book is written for students and teachers looking for information about human computer interaction. It contains a comprehensive, authoritative introduction to the dynamic field of human-computer interaction (HCI). The author also covers theoretical foundations and design processes such as expert reviews and usability testing in this book. This book contains numerous examples of direct manipulation, menu ion and form fill-in along with practical principles and guidelines for better understanding.

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3."Interaction Design: Beyond Human Computer Interaction" by Rogers and Sharp
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4."Human Computer Interaction Handbook: Fundamentals, Evolving Technologies, and Emerging Applications, Third Edition (Human Factors and Ergonomics)" by Julie A Jacko
“Human Computer Interaction Handbook: Fundamentals, Evolving Technologies, and Emerging Applications, Third Edition (Human Factors and Ergonomics)” Book Review: This book is written for students and teachers looking for information about human computer interaction. The author elaborately explains the role of HCI in global sustainability, health care and social media. He also talks about how HCI can be used in e-Government, evaluation, persuasion and globalization. This book also contains 80 tables, 400 figures and 7000 references along with a four-page color insert for better understanding.

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5."Human--Computer Interaction: Basics and Practice" by Serengul Smith-Atakan
“Human–Computer Interaction: Basics and Practice” Book Review: This book aims to provide students and teachers with comprehensive knowledge on human-computer interaction. It covers the essential architectures, mathematics, and algorithms that are crucial for developing robust user interfaces. The initial sixteen chapters of the book delve into the concepts necessary for modern graphical user interfaces, with particular emphasis on the Model-View-Controller architecture. The latter half of the book focuses on the critical research areas in interactive systems, providing insights into the algorithms required for implementing these systems.

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6."Human Computer Interaction" by Meena K
“Human Computer Interaction” Book Review: This book is written for undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in courses related to computer science and engineering and information technology. Topics like usability engineering, cognitive architectures and spoken dialogue system are elaborately explained by the author in this book. Other topics like design methodologies of spoken dialogue systems and the corresponding mathematical models are also presented.

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7."Human Computer Interaction" by Rajendra Kumar
“Human Computer Interaction” Book Review: This book is intended for students and teachers seeking knowledge about human computer interaction. It comprehensively covers the topic and its significance, including user interfaces, WIMP (Windows, Icons, Menus, Pointers) systems, and user interface design. Additionally, the book discusses the development and evaluation of user interfaces, ergonomics, and other related topics.

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8."Designing the User Interface: Strategies for Effective Human-Computer Interaction" by Ben Shneiderman and Catherine Plaisant
“Designing the User Interface: Strategies for Effective Human-Computer Interaction” Book Review: This book is aimed at students, teachers, and HCL professionals seeking knowledge about human computer interaction. It extensively covers the usability of interactive systems, including guidelines, principles, and theories. The book discusses various other topics such as direct manipulation and immersive environments, fluid navigation, and expressive human and command languages. Its comprehensive approach makes it an ideal resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of HCL.

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9."Issues of Human Computer Interaction" by Anabela Sarmento
“Issues of Human Computer Interaction” Book review: This book provides an overview of the latest advancements in the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and its related issues. It covers topics related to End User Computing and the human aspect of IT. This book explores the social and organizational aspects of IT, highlighting its function as a facilitator of social relationships, a catalyst for organizational and individual intelligence, and a creator of human conditions. The book presents models and theories of Human-Computer Interaction along with practical case studies, providing a comprehensive understanding of the current state of HCI for students, teachers, researchers, and managers.

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10."Galitz's Human Machine Interaction (WIND)" by Dhananjay R Kalbande and Prashant Kanade
“Galitz’s Human Machine Interaction (WIND)” Book Review: This book is aimed at students and teachers seeking information on human-computer interaction. It provides comprehensive information on the techniques required for user interface design and systematic guidelines that interface designers should follow. The book also discusses various interaction design schemes, providing multiple-choice and exercise questions at the end of each chapter for a better understanding.

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