Roland Hübscher

Roland Hübscher

  • Associate Professor and Chair, Experience Design
  • Department Chair
  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Colorado
  • M.S. in Computer Science, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology
  • B.S. in Informatics, Höhere Technische Lehranstalt (HTL)

Teaching Interests

Intelligent user interfaces; user experience design; emerging technologies

Research Interests

Intelligent user interfaces; educational technology; user-experience design; cognitive science; artificial intelligence

Scholarly Contributions and Creative Productions

Journal Articles

  • Hübscher, R. (2010). Assigning students to groups using general and context-specific criteria. IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, (3) 3 178-189.
  • Hbscher, R. (2010). Assigning students to groups using general and context-specific criteria. IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies, (3) Issue 3 (Link)
  • Hübscher, R. (2009). Computer-supported negotiation of course content. Computers & Education, Elsevier, (53) 726-732.
  • Puntambekar, S., Hübscher, R. (2005). Tools for Scaffolding Students in a Complex Learning Environment: What have we Gained and What have we Missed?. Educational Psychologist, (40) 1 12-Jan.
  • Puntambekar, S., Hübscher, R. (2005). Tools for scaffolding students in a complex learning environment: What have we gained and what have we missed?. Educational Psychologist, (40) Issue 1 (Link)
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2004). Modeling learners as individuals and as groups. Lecture Notes in Computer Science (including subseries Lecture Notes in Artificial Intelligence and Lecture Notes in Bioinformatics) (Link)
  • Puntambekar, S., Stylianou, A., Hübscher, R. (2003). Improving navigation and learning in hypertext environments with navigable concept maps. Human-Computer Interaction, (18) 4 395-428.
  • Zigurs, I., Reitsma, R., Lewis, C., Hübscher, R., Hayes, C. (1999). Accessibility of computer-based simulation models in inherently conflict-laden negotiations. Group Decision & Negotiation, (8) 6 511–533.
  • Zigurs, I., Reitsma, R., Lewis, C., Hübscher, R., Hayes, C. (1999). Accessibility of Computer-based Simulation Models in Inherently Conflict-Laden Negotiations. Group Decision and Negotiation, (8) Issue 6 (Link)
  • Hübscher, R. (1997). Visual Constraint Rules. Visual Languages and Computing, (8) 425-451.
  • Hübscher, R. (1997). Visual constraint rules. Journal of Visual Languages and Computing, (8) Issue 4 (Link)
  • Hmelo, C., Narayanan, N. H., Hübscher, R., Kolodner, J. L. (1996). A Multiple-Case-Based Approach to Generative Environments for Learning. VIVEK, A Quarterly in Artificial Intelligence, (9) 18-Feb.
  • Guzdial, M., Kolodner, J., Hmelo, C., Narayanan, H., Carlson, D., Rappin, N., Hübscher, R., Turns, J., Newstetter, W. (1996). Computer support for learning through complex problem solving. Communications of the ACM, (39) 4 43-45.
  • Guzdial, M., Kolodner, J., Hmelo, C., Narayanan, H., Carlson, D., Rappin, N., Hubscher, R., Turns, J., Newstetter, W. (1996). Computer support for learning through complex problem solving. Communications of the ACM, (39) Issue 4 (Link)
  • Uno, Y., Hübscher, R. (1995). Temporal-Gestalt Segmentation: Polyphonic Extensions and Applications to Works by Boulez, Cage, Xenakis, Ligeti, and Babbitt. Journal of Computers in Music Research, (5) Jan-38
  • Hübscher, R., Glover, F. (1994). Applying Tabu Search with Influential Diversification to Multiprocessor Scheduling. Computers & Operations Research, (21) 8 877-884.

    • Books

  • Moore, S. J., Hübscher, R. (2021). Public Relations and Intelligent User Interfaces Abingdon, Oxon: Routledge
  • Moore, S., Hübscher, R. (2021). Strategic communication and AI: Public relations with intelligent user interfaces Taylor and Francis (Link)

    • Book Chapters

  • Gribbons, W., Hübscher, R. (2022). Transforming HCI: The art, science, and business of user experience design . CRC Press (Link)
  • Gribbons, W. M., Hübscher, R. (2014). Transforming HCI: The Art, Science and Business of User Experience Design Information Systems and Information Technology, Volume 2 (Computing Handbook Set, Third Edition,). Boca Rotan: Taylor and Francis
  • Gribbons, W., Hübscher, R. (2014). Transforming HCI: The art, science, and business of user experience design . CRC Press (Link)
  • Puntambekar, S., Hübscher, R. (2013). Analyzing navigation patterns to scaffold metacognition in hypertext systems International Handbook of Metacognition and Learning Technologies. Springer
  • Frizell, S., Hübscher, R. (2011). Using design patterns to support E-learning design . IGI Global (Link)
  • Frizell, S. S., Hübscher, R. (2008). Using Design Patterns to Support Effective E-Learning Design and Reuse Handbook of Research on Learning Design and Learning Objects: Issues, Applications and Technologies. London, UK: Idea Group Publishing
  • Hübscher, R., Pittarese, T., Lanford, P. (2002). Navigation in e-Business Web Sites Architectural Issues of Web-Enabled Electronic Business. Hershey, PA: Idea Group Publishing
  • Narayanan, H., Hübscher, R. (1998). Visual Language Theory: Towards a Human-Computer Interaction Perspective Visual Language Theory. New York, NY: Springer Verlag
  • Gribbons, W. M., Hübscher, R. From HCI to User Experience: Moving Beyond Technology Computer Science Handbook. New York: Taylor and Francis Group (Forthcoming)

    • Conference Proceedings

  • Iten, G., Hübscher, R., Heinz, S., Opwis, K., Stöcklin, M. (2014). “The impact of interactive visual simulations on learning statistics”
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2008). “Integrating knowledge gained from data mining with pedagogical knowledge”
  • Muehlmann, B. W., Baldwin, A. A., Hickman, C. F., Hübscher, R. (2008). “Tax strategy patents: Intelligent or just useful for tax advising?”
  • Hübscher, R., Muehlmann, B. W. (2006). “A Cognitive Model of Tax Problem Solving”
  • Hübscher, R., Muehlmann, B. W., Ono, M. (2005). “Scaffolding Tax Professionals Using the Original Tax Code”
  • Lanford, P., Hübscher, R. (2004). “Trustworthiness in E-Commerce”
  • D'Amico, J., Hübscher-Younger, T., Hübscher, R., Narayanan, H. (2003). “Applying Contextual Design to Build a Course Scheduler: A Case Study”
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2002). “Adaptive Navigation for Learners in Hypermedia is Scaffolded Navigation”
  • Frizell, S., Hübscher, R. (2002). “Aligning Theory and Web-based Instructional Design Practice with Design Patterns”
  • Frizell, S., Hübscher, R. (2002). “Supporting the Application of Design Patterns in Web Course Design”
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2002). “Adaptive navigation for learners in hypermedia is scaffolded navigation”
  • Hübscher, R. (2001). “What's in a Prerequisite?”
  • Hübscher, R. (2000). “Logically optimal curriculum sequences for adaptive hypermedia systems”
  • Hubscher, R. (1996). “Composing complex behavior from simple visual descriptions”
  • Hubscher, R. (1995). “Rewriting Interaction”
  • Uno, Y., Hübscher, R. (1994). “Temporal-Gestalt Segmentation - Extensions for Compound Monophonic and Simple Polyphonic Musical Contexts: Applications to Works by Boulez, Cage, Xenakis, and Ligeti”

    • Other Scholarly Work

  • Hübscher, R.Principled Exploration of the Design Space. (In Progress).

    • Presentations

  • Hübscher, R. (2019). “UX and the Peak of the AI Hype Cycle” Presented at the UXPA Boston Meeting of the User Experience Professional Association (UXPA) Boston Waltham, MA
  • Iten, G., Heinz, S., Stöcklin, M., Hübscher, R., Opwis, K. (2014). “The impact of interactive visual simulations on learning statistics” Presented at the ACM Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems Toronto
  • Hübscher, R. (2011). “Interdisciplinary collaboration” Presented at the International Society of the Learning Sciences 9th International Conference on Computer Support for Collaborative Learning (CSCL2011) Hong Kong
  • Puntambekar, S., Rebello, S., Narayanan, H., Hübscher, R. (2010). “Learning Science from Design Activities and Simulations” Presented at the Association for Psychological Science (APS) Symposium on Perceptual Characteristics and Concept Mastery: What Makes a Difference? 22nd Annual Convention of the Association for Psychological Science Boston, MA
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2008). “Integrating knowledge gained from data mining with pedagogical knowledge” Presented at the 1st International Conference on Educational Data Mining Montreal, Canada
  • Muehlmann, B. W., Baldwin, A. A., Hickman, C. F., Hübscher, R. (2008). “Tax strategy patents: Intelligent or just useful for tax advising?” Presented at the Seventeenth Annual Research Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies in Accounting, Auditing and Tax Anaheim, CA
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2007). “CoMPASS scaffolding with log file data” Presented at the American Educational Research Association Chicago, IL
  • Muehlmann, B. W., Hübscher, R., Baldwin, A. A. (2007). “For which issues in tax advising should the development of AI applications be fruitful?” Presented at the Sixteenth Annual Research Workshop on AI and Emerging Technologies in Acct., Audit. and Tax Chicago, IL
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S., Nye, A. (2007). “Domain Specific Interactive Data Mining” Presented at the Workshop on Data Mining for User Modeling, 11th International Conference on User Modeling Corfu, Greece
  • Hübscher, R., Muehlmann, B. W. (2006). “A Cognitive Model of Tax Problem Solving” Presented at the Fifteenth Annual Research Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology Washington, D.C.
  • Hübscher, R., Muehlmann, B. W., Ono, M. (2005). “Scaffolding Tax Professionals Using the Original Tax Code” Presented at the Fourteenth Annual Research Workshop on Artificial Intelligence and Emerg. Tech. in Accounting, Auditing and Tax San Francisco, CA
  • Lanford, P., Hübscher, R. (2004). “Trustworthiness in E-Commerce” Presented at the 42nd Annual ACM Southeast Conference Huntsville, AL
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2004). “Modeling Learners as Individuals and as Groups” Presented at the Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-Based Systems Eindhoven, Holland
  • D'Amico, J., Hübscher-Younger, T., Hübscher, R., Narayanan, H. (2003). “Applying Contextual Design to Build a Course Scheduler: A Case Study” Presented at the 41st Annual ACM Southeast Conference Savannah, GA
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2002). “Adaptive Navigation for Learners in Hypermedia is Scaffolded Navigation” Presented at the Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems Malaga, Spain
  • Frizell, S., Hübscher, R. (2002). “Supporting the Application of Design Patterns in Web Course Design” Presented at the E-Learn--World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications Denver, CO
  • Frizell, S., Hübscher, R. (2002). “Aligning Theory and Web-based Instructional Design Practice with Design Patterns” Presented at the Proceedings of E-Learn--World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthc. & High. Ed Montreal
  • Hübscher, R., Puntambekar, S. (2001). “Navigation Support for Learners in Hypertext Systems: Is More Indeed Better?” Presented at the Artificial Intelligence in Education: AI-ED in the Wired and Wireless Future San Antonio, TX
  • Hübscher, R. (2001). “What's in a Prerequisite?” Presented at the International Conference on Advanced Learning Technology Madison, WI
  • Hübscher, R. (2000). “Logically Optimal Curriculum Sequences for Adaptive Hypermedia Systems” Presented at the International Conference on Adaptive Hypermedia and Adaptive Web-based Systems Trento, Italy

    • Service

    Service: Ph.D. Advising

  • Supervisor 2022/03 - 2024/01
  • Independent Study Advisor 2011/03 - 2015/01
  • Independent Study Advisor 2011/03 - 2012/03
  • Independent Study Advisor 2011/03 - 2012/03