New approaches in the design of information technologies for work practices are drawing upon theories from sociology, anthropology, and social philosophy. Under the labels of Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW) and Participatory Design (PD), work is done to "return" to design insights gained in the social study of the use of technological artifacts. After a brief introduction of these …
New approaches in the design of information technologies for work practices are drawing upon theories from sociology, anthropology, and social philosophy. Under the labels of Computer-Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW) and Participatory Design (PD), work is done to "return" to design insights gained in the social study of the use of technological artifacts. After a brief introduction of these de…