The design approach integrates Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) theories and practices to address practical problems, emphasizing the importance of user-centered design (UCD). By reflecting on the modules, the design rationale involves not only specific techniques but also broader ways of thinking about user needs and technological constraints.
Interesting working with different specialists e.g. ergonomics
Graphic design conversation
Inability to create low-fidelity prototypes
3 Main functions
Heat Map
Local Snippets
Route finder
a)
Iteration through Design
Good paper recommended by Mara - Moodle, Locals/independent recommendations
Use Centred design can only reccommend so much. there are still technology constraints such as battery life
ABC/QUERTY discussion. Use of academic papers
More info under 'doc spec' - moodle
Screen Size
Use of sketching to come up with ideas. Communicate ideas. Realise problems
Requirements
Use of Interviews. Semi structured, relied on stories etc
Use of Persona - relate to Cooper
BRIEF broken down
How is this HCI info/results/theories/practices used effectively?
Why should HCI/UCD be used in the design process? What does it give us that other perspectives doesn't?
IN OTHER WORDS: you provide a rationale for your approach based on what the modules taught you, where 'what the modules taught you' is not just restricted to particular techniques, but to ways of thinking about a problem.
How would doing it a year ago be different to how I approached this time.Reflect on the differences and on how the taught modules have shaped/changed your way of thinking
Based on what I've learnt, why did i evaluate it this way, and how did it help? what did it give us? what didn't it give us?
Based on what I've learnt, why have I designed it that way?
BRIEF
b) A critical reflection on their ability to function as a designer in the future
Specify areas where they feel they need to develop their HCI skills, knowledge or experience
Reflect on their own learning of, and growth in, skills for HCI
a) An argument for how the taught modules and their coursework have shaped the student’s thoughtprocess during the practical part of this module
Use HCI information effectively to support work practices
Identify the need for HCI knowledge in existing systems of work practices (e.g. broad areas, medical, education, tourist)
Evaluate interactive systems drawing on appropriate HCI knowledge
Design interactive systems drawing on appropriate HCI knowledge
Knowledge & understanding of User Centred Design Process,Applying UCD in arealistic design brief -> evaluating a prototype
Reflective practice in HCI.
Justify the use of UCD process & critically evaluate the contributions it made to the product
