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Unit 2: Developing Ideas (Criterion B)

The chapter emphasizes the complete process of developing ideas, guiding students from gathering requirements to conceptual validation. It covers essential methodologies including ideation techniques, sketching conventions, and digital wireframing, providing detailed protocols and tools at each stage. By engaging in various structured activities and exercises, students create a professional portfolio that reflects their understanding and application of these concepts.

Sections

Expanded Key Concepts

This section elaborates on key concepts in design ideation, sketching conventions, digital wireframing, and decision-making methodologies.

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1.1 Ideation

This section explores the fundamental concepts of ideation in developing ideas, focusing on techniques for brainstorming, awareness of cognitive biases, and systematic decision-making methodologies.

1.2 Sketching Conventions

Sketching conventions involve specific techniques and shorthand used to communicate visual ideas effectively.

1.3 Digital Mock‑ups & Wireframing

This section explores digital mock-ups and wireframing, emphasizing the use of auto-layout constraints and design tokens to enhance digital design workflows.

1.4 Decision‑Making Methodologies

This section explores various decision-making methodologies used to assess and prioritize design features.

Ultra‑Detailed Content Breakdown

This section focuses on the methodologies and tools for developing ideas from initial brainstorming to final validation.

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2.1 Brainstorming & Mind‑Mapping

This section introduces effective brainstorming and mind-mapping techniques essential for ideation.

2.1.1 Brainstorm Protocols

This section outlines the protocols for brainstorming, utilising structured stimuli and time-boxed rounds to facilitate idea generation.

2.1.2 SCAMPER Workshop

The SCAMPER Workshop teaches techniques for enhancing creativity by modifying existing ideas through a structured framework.

2.1.3 Digital Mind‑Map Advanced

This section focuses on advanced techniques for creating digital mind maps, including software hacks and export formats to optimize idea development.

2.2 Concept Sketches & Storyboards

This section explores the techniques and standards required for creating effective conceptual sketches and storyboards, crucial for visual communication in design.

2.2.1 Sketch Anatomy

This section focuses on the anatomy of sketches, emphasizing line hierarchy and shading conventions essential for effective visual communication in design.

2.2.2 Tool‑Tips for Digital Sketching

This section provides essential tips and techniques for effective digital sketching, focusing primarily on tools and workflows that maximize productivity.

2.2.3 Storyboard Example

This section provides an example of a storyboard format, including a frame template and accompanying metadata.

2.3 Vector Wireframing

This section delves into advanced techniques for creating digital wireframes using Figma, emphasizing auto layout rules, accessibility considerations, and keyboard shortcuts.

2.3.1 Figma Advanced Techniques

This section explores advanced techniques in Figma, focusing on elements like auto-layout rules and variants usage.

2.3.2 Keyboard Shortcut Cheatsheet

This section provides essential keyboard shortcuts for Figma that enhance productivity while wireframing and design tasks.

2.3.3 Accessibility Checklist

The Accessibility Checklist outlines crucial elements needed to ensure designs are usable by individuals with disabilities.

2.4 Systematic Decision Frameworks

This section focuses on systematic decision frameworks that assist in making informed choices in product development.

2.4.1 Bayesian Decision Matrix

The Bayesian Decision Matrix utilizes probabilistic reasoning to evaluate and prioritize design concepts based on expert judgment and user feedback.

2.4.2 Kano Analysis Grid

The Kano Analysis Grid categorizes product features into three essential types: Must-Have, Performance, and Delighter, guiding user-centered design decisions.

2.4.3 Risk‑Adjusted Scoring

Risk-adjusted scoring involves adjusting weighted scores based on identified risk factors to prioritize concepts in decision-making.

Example Artifacts & Templates

This section discusses various exemplar artifacts and templates that illustrate key concepts in the development process.

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3.1 Sample Mind‑Map Snapshot

This section provides an overview of developing ideas from gathering requirements to creating a validated concept, highlighting methodologies and techniques in ideation, sketching, wireframing, and decision-making.

3.2 Annotated Sketch Example

This section illustrates the process of creating and annotating sketches within the design development framework.

3.3 Wireframe Prototype Link

This section provides a clickable Figma link that showcases three artboards: Home, Details, and Settings, demonstrating the principles of wireframing and layout design.

3.4 Filled Decision Matrix

The Filled Decision Matrix uses a structured approach to prioritize design concepts based on weighted criteria.

Summative Assessment & Reflection Prompts

This section delves into summative assessments and reflection prompts designed to evaluate students' understanding of the iterative design process and decision-making methodologies.

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Learning Objectives

  • Developing ideas involves collecting requirements, brainstorming, and validating concepts.

  • Key techniques include ideation methods, sketching conventions, and decision-making frameworks.

  • Effective wireframing and mock-ups require understanding of design tokens and auto-layout principles.

Key Concepts

Ideation

The process of generating a broad set of ideas before narrowing down to viable concepts.

Kano Model

A framework for categorizing features into must-haves, performance, and delight elements based on user feedback.

Autolayout Constraints

Rules that define how elements resize and position in response to different screen sizes and orientations in wireframing.

Bayesian Updating

A statistical method for updating the probability for a hypothesis as more evidence or information becomes available.

SCAMPER

A creative brainstorming technique that prompts innovation through exploration of substitutions, combinations, adaptations, modifications, uses, eliminations, and rearrangements.

Practice Exercises

Total Questions

3

Estimated Time

6 min

Passing Score

70%

Instructions

  • Read each question carefully
  • You can use hints if you need help
  • Complete all questions before submitting