Involving users in practical trials
This is a method for involving users directly in practical trials and constructive discussions about their views and attitudes.
Sidsel Bjorneby of Human Factors Solutions, Norway. contributed 'User Trial Involvement' as a member of The Presence Project team that contributed nine methods to the MethodsLab compendium.
A fuller description of User Trials can be found in the book USERfit: A practical handbook on user-centred design for rehabilitation and assistive technology.
References:Poulson D, Ashby M, Richardson S (eds.)(1996) USERfit: A practical handbook on user-centred design for rehabilitation and assistive technology. HUSAT Research Institute for the European Commission.Aldsersey-Williams H, Bound J and ColemanR (1999) Methods Lab: User Research for Design. Helen Hamlyn Research Centre, Royal College of Art , London .