Courses and Workshops

Proposals are invited for Courses and Workshops in Human–Computer Interaction (HCI) and allied fields aligned with the conference theme of India HCI 26. These sessions enrich skills, share best practices, and foster collaboration in the design and HCI community.

Courses are instructor-led sessions designed to help participants gain knowledge, skills, and practical insights in HCI, Design, and allied fields. We encourage proposals aligned with the conference theme. Best suited when participants primarily learn rather than co-create.

The proposal must be submitted as one PDF document (file name: Instructor Name_Title_Course_IndiaHCI26) to the India HCI 2026 CMT submission portal.

Course Abstract

(up to 1-2 pages) 

• Title

• Abstract

• Learning objectives

• Content outline

• Duration

• Intended audience

Course Plan

(up to 2 pages) 

• Rationale/justification

• Expected attendee background/ any prerequisites

• Detailed content and schedule

• Expected audience size

• Suggested reading list

Review Process: The review process for courses is not anonymous.

Workshops are interactive sessions that foster collaboration, discussion, experimentation, and produce outcomes around a common topics with focused themes in HCI, Design, and related disciplines.

• Purpose: Collaborative, hands-on exploration where participants contribute and create together.

• Propose a workshop if the primary goal is participant collaboration and shared outcomes rather than instruction.

• Mode: Collaborative and participatory sessions

The proposal must be submitted as one PDF document (file name: Instructor Name_Title_Workshop_IndiaHCI26) to the India HCI 2026 CMT submission portal.

Workshop Abstract

(2 pages) 

Prepare using the SIGCHI Extended Abstract Template. Include:

• Workshop title 

• Organizer details and short bios 

• Objectives and theme 

• Target audience 

• Participant limit (if any) 

• Materials/resources required 

• Expected outcomes

Workshop Plan

(2 pages) 

• Workshop structure and methodology 

• Planned activities and schedule 

• Duration and participant engagement strategy

Review Process: The review process for workshops is not anonymous.

All submissions will undergo peer review based on:

• Relevance to the conference theme 

• Clarity and quality of the proposal 

• Potential for engagement and impact 

Workshop proposals will not be archived in the conference proceedings. Organizers retain rights to workshop materials, while the conference reserves the right to use submitted information for promotional and archival purposes.

What’s the difference between a workshop and a course? 

• • Propose a Workshop if you expect participants to collaborate and contribute to a shared topic or output. Participants actively contribute, engage in activities, and collectively explore a focused topic.

  • Propose a Course if the session is primarily instructional, similar to a class focused on learning outcomes. Participants attend to build knowledge or develop specific skills.

For queries, write to the Track Co-Chairs at: aroy@des.iith.ac.in and charum@iitd.ac.in