About the lecture 

In this talk, Angela and Urszula will discuss their new textbook, UX Research Methods for Media and Communication Studies: An Introduction to Contemporary Qualitative Methods. The book provides an introduction to the UX field and takes readers through the entire research design process, including detailed breakdowns of 12 essential UX methods. Angela and Urszula will discuss what these contemporary research methods could look like in the classroom, both for those aspiring for careers in the industry, as well as those looking for more creative, contemporary and relevant methods for studying digital spaces within academia. They will each provide current examples of using some of these methods in their work and will end with a discussion about breaking into the UX industry. 

About the speakers 

Angela M. Cirucci is an assistant professor of communication studies at Rowan University. Her work explores the symbolic meaning of programming languages, the intersection of institutional practice and user knowledge and user experience. She also examines how digital spaces impact the lives of marginalized communities.  

Urszula M. Pruchniewska is a senior UX researcher at a national nonprofit. She is committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity in research and design practices and to using technology for positive social change. She was previously an assistant professor of communication studies at Kutztown University.