Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Reflection for EasyBib


            My next reflection is on the bibliography tool called EasyBib. This tool is equitable in use since it provides the same means of use for all users. It can provide citations for a variety of sources, including: websites, books, newspapers, journals, other databases, etc. (EasyBib.com). EasyBib is also flexible in use since it provides citations for all the sources I noted above; although, it is somewhat not flexible in use since it is a website that is limited and that is only for providing citations or bibliographies. It also does not provide a lot of adaptability for the user’s pace. It does meet the simple and intuitive design principle since EasyBib is so simple to use, hence the name! You just have to enter some of the basic information it needs from your source and then generates it into a citation or bibliography. It can also do this in different forms, including APA, MLA, or Chicago. The information is consistent, as well. It also meets the principle of perceptible information since the homepage of the website has tabs that are labeled clearly and helps the user differentiate the needs they have. Unfortunately, this website does not have the design of tolerance for error. It does not have any key features that help minimize hazards and errors. EasyBib does provide the principle of low physical effort, though. The design of the website can be used without much needed effort since it does a lot of the work in generating the citations or bibliographies for you. All the work you have to do is the easy part, to put in any information necessary for the citations or bibliographies. This technology does not meet the principle of size and space for approach and use, due to the fact that is does not require any accommodations to those who need it, like those who are disabled physically or even mentally. 

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