William J. Gibbs

William J. Gibbs is an Associate Professor in the Journalism and Multimedia Arts Department at Duquesne University where he teaches courses in Digital media production, multimedia technology, instructional design, and human-computer interaction, and interface design. He received a Ph.D. in Instructional Systems from The Pennsylvania State University. His research interests include technology-based learning environments, usability engineering, and human-computer interactions. Most recently his research has examined learning and behavioral changes that occur during human-computer interactions.

Publications

Design, New Media, and Human-Computer Interactions
Design, New Media, and Human-Computer Interactions
William J. Gibbs. © 2021. 17 pages.
In higher education design-oriented programs, collaborations with industry can be challenging to establish because of the time demands and work priories of professionals working...
Human Factors: An Authentic Learning Mobile Application Design Project in a Higher Education and Industry Context
Human Factors: An Authentic Learning Mobile Application Design Project in a Higher Education and Industry Context
Emily Cooney, Nicole Martonik, Lauren Kolber, Emalee Sekely, William J. Gibbs. © 2021. 30 pages.
Human factors are integral to applied academic programs such as interaction design. In this chapter, the authors begin by reviewing precepts of authentic, “real-world” learning....
Interface Trends in Human Interaction, the Internet of Things, and Big Data
Interface Trends in Human Interaction, the Internet of Things, and Big Data
William J. Gibbs. © 2019. 15 pages.
In this chapter, the author examines trends in today's news-orientated interfaces and the impact of digital interfaces on news consumption. Digital interfaces will be...
Interface Trends in Human Interaction, the Internet of Things, and Big Data
Interface Trends in Human Interaction, the Internet of Things, and Big Data
William J. Gibbs. © 2018. 13 pages.
In this chapter, I examine trends in today's news-orientated interfaces and the impact of digital interfaces on news consumption. Digital interfaces will be differentiated...
Interface Technology Trends Implications for News and Information Services
Interface Technology Trends Implications for News and Information Services
William J. Gibbs. © 2015. 10 pages.
Contemporary Research Methods and Data Analytics in the News Industry
Contemporary Research Methods and Data Analytics in the News Industry
William J. Gibbs, Joseph McKendrick. © 2015. 302 pages.
The advent of digital technologies has changed the news and publishing industries drastically. While shrinking newsrooms may be a concern for many, journalists and publishing...
Research Methods, Data, and Analytics: Examining Service Design and User Experience in TV- and Newspaper-Oriented Digital News Interfaces
Research Methods, Data, and Analytics: Examining Service Design and User Experience in TV- and Newspaper-Oriented Digital News Interfaces
William J. Gibbs, Ronan S. Bernas. © 2015. 26 pages.
Media organizations deliver news services online employing various design techniques and technologies to make services useful, usable, and effective for news consumers. How...
New Media and Digital Learners: An Examination of Teaching and Learning
New Media and Digital Learners: An Examination of Teaching and Learning
William J. Gibbs. © 2012. 21 pages.
Proposed Techniques for Data Collection and Analysis in the Study of News-Oriented Virtual Communities
Proposed Techniques for Data Collection and Analysis in the Study of News-Oriented Virtual Communities
William J. Gibbs, Joseph E. McKendrick. © 2011. 17 pages.
News providers today offer interactive sources that engage people, enable them to build community, and to participate in the news. At the same time, the digital interfaces...
Gender Differences in Online Communication of Teacher Preparation Students
Gender Differences in Online Communication of Teacher Preparation Students
William J. Gibbs, Ronan S. Bernas. © 2010. 22 pages.
Research has shown that gender disparities exist in online communication. Understanding the factors that enable students to effectively communicate online and ultimately manage...