Title: User-centred digital knowledge repository of Jin Dynasty costumes as a learning tool for cultural experience

Authors: Oulu Yue; Atithep Chaetnalao

Addresses: Glorious Sun Guangdong School of Fashion, Huizhou University, Huizhou, Guangdong, 516000, China; Faculty of Decorative Arts, Silpakorn University, Bangkok, 10200, Thailand ' Faculty of Decorative Arts, Silpakorn University, Bangkok, 10200, Thailand

Abstract: This study develops a digital knowledge repository for Jin Dynasty costumes to improve public awareness and understanding of this cultural heritage. Objectives include: 1) exploring user experience in traditional costume culture; 2) creating a user-centred prototype for interactive learning about Jin Dynasty culture; 3) assessing the repository's educational value with expert and user evaluations. The study utilised qualitative and quantitative methods such as questionnaires, interviews, tests, and evaluations, revealing increased public interest and understanding of Jin Dynasty costumes. This study underscores the repository's importance in cultural education. Identified challenges in efficiency and error tolerance suggest improvement areas. This study contributes to interdisciplinary research at the interface between digital cultural heritage preservation and user experience design while also exploring the potential of digital learning tools to enhance cultural education and engagement for a new generation of traditional costume enthusiasts.

Keywords: cultural heritage preservation; digital knowledge repository; interactive learning tools; Jin Dynasty costumes; user-centred design.

DOI: 10.1504/IJART.2024.143121

International Journal of Arts and Technology, 2024 Vol.15 No.2, pp.114 - 138

Received: 15 Feb 2024
Accepted: 01 Apr 2024
Published online: 03 Dec 2024 *

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