Interaction Design: Foundations and Principles

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What are the variables that designers can alter to change the appearance of a design?

Proportion, structure, size, shape, weight, and color (correct)

Texture, sound, and consistency

Balance and center of interest

All of the above

What is the role of texture in design?

Texture provides clues about how an object is to be used (correct)

Texture is not an important consideration in design

Texture is used to create balance in a design

Texture is used to establish the center of interest in a design

What is the purpose of sound in interaction design?

Sound is used to establish the center of interest in a design

Sound is used to create balance in a design

Sound is not an important part of interaction design

Sound can be an important part of interaction design, especially for ambient devices and alerts (correct)

What is the role of consistency in design?

Consistency is the thread that ties together elements in a single design and across a single campaign or brand Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the center of interest in a design?

The center of interest is the area that first attracts attention in a composition Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of balance in design?

Balance is a feeling of visual equality in shape, form, value, color, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What concept aspired to remove barriers for disabled people from the built environment?

Barrier-Free Design Signup and view all the answers

Which field looks at the physical anatomy and behavior of a person to create designs that fit?

Ergonomic Design Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of Universal Design ensures that the design is useful to people with diverse abilities?

Equitable Use Signup and view all the answers

Which approach uses information about human behavior to design layouts for potentially dangerous machinery?

User-Centered Approach Signup and view all the answers

What kind of designs accommodate a wide range of individual preferences and abilities?

Flexible Designs Signup and view all the answers

Which design concept focuses on making the use of a design easy to understand regardless of the user's experience or language skills?

Simple and Intuitive Use Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Interaction Design (IxD)?

Creating interactive products and services while considering user engagement Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an objective of the module described in the text?

Learning advanced programming techniques for software development Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for engaging students with the topic?

Brainstorming and discussing the topics, theories, and principles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following resources is NOT listed in the text?

The Design of Everyday Things by Donald A. Norman Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach for students to understand design basics?

Study specific examples of design basics before applying HCI principles Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the text?

To describe a design process for interactive products and services Signup and view all the answers

What does the design principle 'Perceptible Information' refer to?

Communicating information effectively to the user Signup and view all the answers

Which principle focuses on minimizing hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental actions?

Tolerance for error Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does 'Low Physical Effort' focus on in design?

Minimizing fatigue during usage Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Size and Space for Approach and Use' primarily consider?

Providing appropriate size and space for various body sizes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the given examples demonstrates 'Simple and intuitive' design?

Testing conducted in a predictable manner Signup and view all the answers

How does the campus museum exhibit relate to the design principles?

It offers a choice between reading or listening to descriptions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of interaction design?

To enable the user to achieve their objectives in the best way possible Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not one of the four pillars of design mentioned in the text?

User Experience Design Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the dimensions of interaction design?

Words Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of understanding how users and technology connect with one another in interaction design?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of expert reviews and usability testing in the design process?

To evaluate and improve the user-friendliness and effectiveness of the system Signup and view all the answers

How can developers create more user-friendly and effective computer systems and user interfaces?

By considering the principles of interaction design in the design process Signup and view all the answers