October 29, 2008

Ergonomics and Voting Systems: Voter Interface, Voting Machines at Odds in 2008

Whichever party wins the White House, the 2008 election promises to make history. In the second part of a two-part series, cognitive psychologist Tiffany Jastrzembski explains why the expected record-setting voter turnout could expose record-setting problems at polling places, and how they might be prevented in future elections.
October 29, 2008

Experts Identify Persistent Problems with U.S. Ballot and Voting System Usability

With a globally significant USA election only days away, many are wondering if our voting systems will accurately count voter intentions. On the heels of widely reported problems in the 2000 and 2004 elections, Americans have reason to be concerned. Fortunately, ergonomists and human factors professionals are stepping forward to help.