Project B: Task

The overall task is divided into two project phases (i.e. two separate, but related projects). It is strongly advised that you read the following project description in conjunction with the description for Project A.

You are to complete the following task in the order given:

•Develop high-fidelity prototype.Based on the user test feedback and recommendations that you proposed in the previous phase (Project A), develop a high-fidelity prototype (i.e. reasonably complete version) for the Museum of Art and Craft (MAC) information kiosk. Use any combination of HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript feature for this prototype. Remember to indicate which browser (i.e. IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc.) you are targeting as the main working platform. For the purpose of this project, please exclude mobile devices that runs on fragmented or closed-system technology, such as Android, Apple iOS and Nook. Do not use Rapid Application Prototyping (RAD) tools or any other type of scripting languages or services, eg. Python, Lua, AJAX, Dreamweaver, etc. You are required to demonstrate your knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript independently and without the assistance of automated development and visual design tools.

•Carry out user acceptance test.Devise three walkthrough scenarios. The scenarios should be sufficiently complex to test the features and functionality of your website. Example of a Scenario:Visitor initiates session, clicks on Chinese exhibition hall, looks up two artefacts, exits and clicks on European hall and looks up four artefacts. Then decides to look up the opening hours. Then goes back to Eastern exhibition hall and looks up the images of three more artefacts. Then finally exits.Invite 3 to 4 potential users (e.g. friends, family members, classmates, etc.) to play the role of users. Ask each of the users to perform all the walkthrough scenarios you have devised. Apply appropriate techniques to determine how the website performs under these test conditions. Systematically collect data on the user performance. For example, how long did each of the users take to complete each of the scenarios? Did the users find the interface easy or challenging to use? Does the interface allow users to change their minds? Etc. Refer to your textbook for more detailed and appropriate parameters that suits your requirements.

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•Indentify features.Identify any one or two features of the website that you think deserves particular attention. An example of a feature is, draw attention to interface design elements that are particularly innovative, e.g. visitors can call up a mini navigational ‘menu bar’ from any page.

•Recommendation.From the outcome of the user acceptance test, provide recommendations on how the high-fidelity prototype can be improved. Assertions made in your recommendation need to be supported by the test results you have carried out earlier.

•Write a report.Produce a report to document the tasks and the outcome of your efforts undertaken for Project B. Remember, this report is intended for your employers. You need to document and support the viability of your website – that is, to convince your employer that your webpage is performing as intended.

Format of Report

For the purpose of this project you are assumed to be a professional. As such, you should attempt at your best to reflect this quality in the preparation of the report. As a minimum, the report should contain the following:

(1) Introduction – State the purpose and objectives of the report.

(2) Content – This is the main section where you should document your activities. You should document the design principles you have adhered to in the development of your website. You need to show the relationship of the interface design principles relating to your webpage.

(3) User acceptance test. Do not include raw or unprocessed data. Summarise your findings. Include only the analysis, evaluation, summarization and outcome of the acceptance test here. If you really need to include critical or important raw data, then do so by appending them to an appendix at the end of the report. Keep a record of your raw data. If required, your instructor or marker may request that you provide them with a copy.

(4) Features.

(5) Recommendation.

(6) Conclusion – This is basically a summation, consolidating the main points of the report.

(7) There is no minimum or maximum limit to the number of words required in this report. However, the length of your report must be within reason and of adequate length to succinctly support the complete account of tasks you have undertaken.

(8) Figures or diagrams can be added as required.

Page formatting: A4 size paper, 2.5cm margins on all sides, single-sided, Time Romans or New Time Romans font, 12pt font size, DOC or DOCX format.3

Attachments:

COIS12036-Pro….pdf

ProResourceT2….zip