Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RUG) • Communication and Information Science

Summary of key articles covering traffic psychology theories and driver behavior models for the Traffic Psychology & Sustained Mobility course at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen. Topics include Task-Capability Interface (TCI), Risk Allostasis Theory (RAT), Risk Monitor Model, driver training effectiveness, mental workload theories (Meister's Model, Yerkes-Dodson), and automated driving safety considerations. Well-organized by topic with clear explanations of core concepts—ideal for exam prepara...

Lecture notes from the Usability course at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen covering fundamental concepts in interaction design and user experience. Topics include usability definitions and goals, affordances, conceptual models, visibility, mapping, feedback, constraints, consistency, conventions, and Norman's execution-evaluation cycles with the seven stages of action. Essential study material for understanding core usability principles and human-centered design, perfect for exam preparation and ...

This summary covers Health Communication at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen for the 2026/2027 academic year, organized by weekly topics. Week 1 introduces key concepts including the definition of health communication, behavior change strategies, vulnerable and underserved populations, DALY measurements, and the distinction between prevention and promotion. Week 2 covers the Health Communication Cycle and key characteristics of effective health communication. Essential for understanding foundational ...

Summary of Lecture 1 from Introduction to Psychological Theories at Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, covering foundational concepts in psychological science. Topics include the definition of psychological science, the nature vs. nurture debate, historical schools of thought (psychoanalytical, behaviourism, cognitivism, Gestalt, humanistic psychology), evolutionary psychology, and the scientific method. This summary is ideal for exam preparation and quickly grasping core psychological theories and th...

Summary of Traffic Psychology and Sustained Mobility (PSMIN10) from Rijksuniversiteit Groningen covering Lecture 1 on theories and models. Topics include skill models, attitude theories (Theory of Planned Behavior), utility theories, risk theories (Risk Homeostasis and Allostasis), and decision-making frameworks like Somatic Marker Theory, with real-world examples from traffic behavior research. Essential for understanding the psychological foundations of traffic behavior and exam preparation in...