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There are 4 modules in this course

This module focuses on the "Prototype" stage of the design thinking process. Learners will explore the difference between wireframes, mockups, and prototypes, understand prototyping fidelity and tools, and apply these skills to create solutions for a design problem.

What's included

11 videos6 readings7 assignments

11 videosTotal 52 minutes

Introduction to User Interface Design and Prototyping2 minutesPreview module
What is prototyping?5 minutes
From sketch to interactive prototype2 minutes
Choosing the right prototying tool5 minutes
Why start with low-fidelity prototypes?5 minutes
Wireframing techniques and best practies5 minutes
Wireframe to mockup: Adding visual polish3 minutes
Mockup design tips and tricks8 minutes
Why conduct usability testing?5 minutes
Usability testing plan3 minutes
Wireframes and mockups wrap up2 minutes

6 readingsTotal 50 minutes

User Interface Design and Prototyping syllabus5 minutes
UX Glossary5 minutes
Wireframes, mockup, and prototypes: A beginner's guide10 minutes
Low-fi vs mid-fi vs. high-fi prototypes10 minutes
From rough sketch to polished prototype: A case study10 minutes
Usability testing 101: A beginner's guide10 minutes

7 assignmentsTotal 205 minutes

Wireframes and mockups30 minutes
Introduction to prototyping10 minutes
Activity: Fidelity levels15 minutes
Prototyping fidelity and tools10 minutes
Wireframing solutions10 minutes
Usability testing fundamentals10 minutes
Project: Wireframing for the grocery shopping app120 minutes

This module dives into the world of design systems and style guides, crucial tools for maintaining consistency and efficiency in UX design.

What's included

9 videos3 readings6 assignments

9 videosTotal 41 minutes

Module introduction: Design systems and style guides3 minutesPreview module
The importance of consistency in UX design5 minutes
The challenges of design projects5 minutes
What is a design system?2 minutes
Design system exploration5 minutes
Live tour Fluent 2 design system6 minutes
The role of style guides in design systems4 minutes
Style guide case study5 minutes
Style guides wrap up2 minutes

3 readingsTotal 30 minutes

The benefits of design systems10 minutes
Anatomy of a design system10 minutes
Essential elements of a style guide10 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 195 minutes

Style guides30 minutes
The power of consistency10 minutes
Activity: Create a simple design system15 minutes
Unveiling design systems10 minutes
Style guides: The language of design10 minutes
Project: Style guide integration for the grocery shopping app120 minutes

This module dives into the world of interactive prototyping, equipping you with the skills to bring your static mockups to life. Through a series of lessons, you'll explore popular prototyping tools, understand the power of interactivity, and learn to craft prototypes that clearly communicate your design vision.

What's included

8 videos3 readings6 assignments

8 videosTotal 33 minutes

Module introduction: Interactive prototypes2 minutesPreview module
Why interactive prototypes matter5 minutes
From mockup to prototype: Adding magic2 minutes
Exploring popular prototyping tools5 minutes
Bringing your mockups to life5 minutes
Prototyping tutorial4 minutes
Polishing for clarity and usability5 minutes
Interactive prototypes wrap up2 minutes

3 readingsTotal 30 minutes

When to use interactive prototypes10 minutes
Choosing the right prototyping tool10 minutes
Designing for usability in prototypes10 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 195 minutes

Interactive prototypes30 minutes
The power of interaction10 minutes
Unveiling prototype tools10 minutes
Case study: Iterative prototyping15 minutes
Refining your prototype10 minutes
Project: Interactive prototype for the grocery shopping app120 minutes

This module focuses on the crucial aspects of evaluating and refining designs - user testing and design critiques. It will equip learners with the skills to gather valuable feedback and iterate on their prototypes for an optimal user experience.