Common Ground in Electronically Mediated Conversation

Andrew Monk is professor of psychology at York University. His current research is in all areas of technology for the home. He has a long history in usability research, particularly lightweight methods for use by designers and videoconferencing. He is director of the Center for Usable Home Technology (CUHTec) and a fellow of the British Computer Society.

• Motivation - Conversation as a Collaborative Activity.- Overview - Developing Common Ground, An Example.- Scientific Foundations.- The Theory in More Detail.- Case Studies - Applying the Theory to Electronically Mediated Communication.- Current Status.