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Integrating knowledge of multitasking and interruptions across different perspectives and research methods

Janssen, CP; Gould, SJJ; Li, SYW; Brumby, DR; Cox, AL; (2015) Integrating knowledge of multitasking and interruptions across different perspectives and research methods. International Journal of Human-Computer Studies , 79 pp. 1-5. 10.1016/j.ijhcs.2015.03.002. Green open access

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Abstract

Multitasking and interruptions have been studied using a variety of methods in multiple fields (e.g., HCI, cognitive science, computer science, and social sciences). This diversity brings many complementary insights. However, it also challenges researchers to understand how seemingly disparate ideas can best be integrated to further theory and to inform the design of interactive systems. There is therefore a need for a platform to discuss how different approaches to understanding multitasking and interruptions can be combined to provide insights that are more than the sum of their parts. In this article we argue for the necessity of an integrative approach. As part of this argument we provide an overview of articles in this special issue on multitasking and interruptions. These articles showcase the variety of methods currently used to study multitasking and interruptions. It is clear that there are many challenges to studying multitasking and interruptions from different perspectives and using different techniques. We advance a six-point research agenda for the future of multi-method research on this important and timely topic.

Type: Article
Title: Integrating knowledge of multitasking and interruptions across different perspectives and research methods
Open access status: An open access version is available from UCL Discovery
DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhcs.2015.03.002
Publisher version: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijhcs.2015.03.002
Language: English
Keywords: Multitasking, Interruptions, Experimental methods, Meta-analyses, Interdisciplinary research, Quantified self, Individual differences, Models, Theory, Practice
UCL classification: UCL
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Brain Sciences
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Brain Sciences > Div of Psychology and Lang Sciences
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > School of Life and Medical Sciences > Faculty of Brain Sciences > Div of Psychology and Lang Sciences > UCL Interaction Centre
URI: https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/1465496
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