Special Topics in Information Science: Biometrics for UX

This course explores the theoretical foundations and practical applications of biometric research methods in User Experience (UX) evaluation. Students will gain expertise in biometric measurement techniques including eye-tracking, electroencephalography (EEG), galvanic skin response (GSR), heart rate variability (HRV), and related physiological indicators. Through case studies and hands-on projects, working with their own data or available datasets, students will learn to design, conduct, and analyze studies using these biometric methods while critically examining their effectiveness, limitations, and ethical considerations. The course emphasizes the use of biometric data for UX evaluation but will also cover its potential as alternative input mechanisms in interactive systems.