Design Topics

Question 1

What is an interaction style?

Answer 1

The way in which users interact with a digital interface, such as through direct manipulation or conversational interfaces.

Question 2

Describe the 3 categories of user.

Answer 2

• Novice
• Intermediate
• Expert

Question 3

Describe the 5 measurable human factors to consider when evaluating a user interface.

Answer 3

• Memorability
• User Satisfaction
• Learnability
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness

Question 4

Describe the following interface types. Include the primary interaction types that are used.
a. Command
b. Graphical
c. Website
d. Mobile
e. Pen
f. Touch
g. Wearable
h. Voice/Conversational
i. Gestures
j. Virtual Reality
k. Augmented Reality

Answer 4

• Command Interface: Text input
• GUI: point, Click, Drag
• Website Interface: Click, Scroll
• Mobile Interface: Tap, Swipe
• Pen Interface: handwriting recognition, Touch
• Wearable Interface: Touch,
  Voice commands
• Gestures: Body movement, touch
  VR: Hand Gestures
  AR: Hand Gestures

Question 5

With respect to navigation design, describe the different levels of interaction.

Answer 5

• Primary
• Secondary
• Tertiary

Question 6

With respect to navigation describe the following.
* Local structure
* Global structure

Answer 6

• Refers to the local structure within a specific section or page.
• Refers to the overall organization and hierarchy of content across the entire website or application.

Question 7

Screen Layout
With respect to screen design and layout describe the following.
* Basic principles
* Tools
* User action and control
* Appropriate appearance

Answer 7

Basic principles of screen layout involve arranging interface elements in a logical and consistent way; tools for screen layout include software and design frameworks; user action and control should be intuitive and efficient; and an appropriate appearance should be visually appealing and consistent with the brand or purpose of the interface.