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Assignment 1

For this assignment students are required to write a report which explores potential interface design techniques which could be utilised to enhance the experience of a specific user group. Students' research and personal interests should enable one to identify a suitable group and give scope to identify their characteristics and needs. Explicit examples may be used from existing products or interfaces to reinforce the points raised. The report should include:

  • reference to appropriate academic literature
  • the results from all enquiries and research
  • a critical analysis of a range of techniques which could enhance the experience of the chosen group
  • how such techniques might affect any future design considerations

Extract from assessment brief:
In addition to the general points that apply to all assessed work in the subject area of Computing and which are available in the Computing Handbook, the following specific criteria will be used for this work:
Exploration of the profile and needs of your identified user group
Critical analysis of the interface design techniques discussed
Quality of the communication of your ideas
Presentation, grammar and spelling
References to support your contentions. These are likely to be from electronic journals and books rather than websites. All references should be cited using the Harvard system.

Extract from reassessment detail for assignment 1:
In the event you are required to take reassessment you will receive formal notification of this in writing from Registry Services after the meeting of the Board of Examiners. The letter will normally include a copy of the reassessment task(s). In the event of the letter not including a copy of the reassessment task(s) a copy will be available electronically on SOLE.