Prototyping and Design

In this course you will learn how to design and prototype user interfaces to address the users and tasks identified in user research. Through a series of lectures and exercises, you will learn and practice paper- and other low-fidelity prototyping techniques; you will learn and apply principles from graphic design, including design patterns; you will learn to write a design rationale; and you will learn how to design for specific populations and situations, including principles and practices of accessible design.

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Level Foundation
Duration 11 hours
Course by University of Minnesota
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Modules

Preface

2 Videos

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2 Videos

Introduction to Prototyping and Design
Course Introduction

Interface Prototyping Techniques

9 Videos

1 PeerReview

1 Assignment

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Prototyping Quiz

1 Peer Review

Paper prototype assignment

9 Videos

Prototyping: What, Why, and How
Low-Fidelity Prototyping
Paper Prototype Example
Wireframing and Tool-Based Prototyping
Physical Low Fidelity Prototyping
Tool Example #1 (Pop)
Tool Example #2 (Balsamiq)
Limits of Prototyping
Paper Prototyping Assignment Video

Design Principles and Patterns

9 Videos

1 Assignment

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Principles and Patterns Quiz

9 Videos

Introduction to Design Principles & Patterns
Layout
Color and Consistency
Cultural Factors
Interaction Design Patterns
Direct Manipulation & User Control (Interview with Ben Shneiderman)
Case Example: Google's Material Design
Case Example: Apple Human Interface Guidelines
Design Critiques: Eliciting and Giving Feedback

Universal Design, Accessibility, Special Populations

9 Videos

1 Assignment

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Universal Design, Accessibility, and Special Populations Quiz

9 Videos

Introduction to Universal Design
Universal Design: Sensory Impairments
Universal Design: Cognitive Impairments
Universal Design: Physical Limitations
Universal Design: Tools and Standards
Design for Older Adults (Interview with Anne Marie Piper)
Design for Children
Design and Socioeconomic Differences
Supporting Low-Literacy Self-Help (Interview with Apala Chavan)

Design for Different Platforms and Contexts

5 Videos

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Platforms and Contexts Quiz

5 Videos

Introduction to Platforms and Context
Mobile UI Design
Wearable
Automotive User Interfaces
IoT & Physical Computing

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"Prototyping and Design" is a foundational course on Coursera focused on user interface design and prototyping. Taught through lectures and exercises, it covers low-fidelity prototyping techniques, graphic design principles, and accessible design practices. With a duration of 660 minutes, it is ideal for those in personal development seeking practical design skills. Subscription options include the Starter plan.