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Based on the theory of action, Houkes and Vermaas developed the use-plan theory in the philosophy of technology. This theory proposes that plans are a series of actions taken to achieve a goal, and use-plans are plans involve at least one artifact to achieve a goal. Designing is primarily constructing and communicating use-plans rather than artifacts. The function of artifacts is determined based on the use-plan in which they are used. The designer should communicate with the user and reconstructsruct the use-plan according to the context and the user's skills. The use-plan should be evaluated based on the central standard of effectiveness and other standards such as efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
While this theory has an adequate foundation, there are several issues with it: firstly, the ontological status of the use-plan is unclear. Secondly, it presupposes a justificationist conception of knowledge, which we believe is flawed. Finally, the theory does not provide an explanation for the improvement of use-plan.
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