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Encoraging Interactivity
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Written by Adam Montandon [permalink]
There are many ways of encouraging interactivity in places where people are normally "hands off". We do a lot of museum work that is traditionally a "look but dont touch" environment, so you have to work harder to get people to physically play.
One thing we find works well is to make sure that you have a high level of people-traffic going through the space where your project is. People will more likely interact in crowds or groups than alone. They can learn how to operate unusual interfaces from other people.
Also, allow the information about how to play be discovered organically. What I mean is, don't give clear instructions, give a story or a challenge. That allows people to discover how it works for themselves, and pass on the info to others.
We often find that the kids are more hands on, and try it out first, and then delight at showing their parents what they discovered.
One thing we find works well is to make sure that you have a high level of people-traffic going through the space where your project is. People will more likely interact in crowds or groups than alone. They can learn how to operate unusual interfaces from other people.
Also, allow the information about how to play be discovered organically. What I mean is, don't give clear instructions, give a story or a challenge. That allows people to discover how it works for themselves, and pass on the info to others.
We often find that the kids are more hands on, and try it out first, and then delight at showing their parents what they discovered.
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