Introduction
to Interactive Design
-Al Wasco, Herron School of Art, Indianapolis,
IN (July 1999)
WHAT
THIS CLASS IS ABOUT
The objective is to develop in each student and the class as a whole...
- A
basic understanding of how people communicate, with special emphasis
on narrative and storytelling.
- An
awareness of the development of computer-based electronic media,
and a critical appreciation of current work in the field.
- An
enthusiasm and a personal vision for the potential of the medium.
- The
ability to develop and present an idea to others in stages, solicit
their response, and use this to improve the project.
- Technical
proficiency with a core set of software tools used to create interactive
media.
THE
CLASS IS INTENDED TO HELP YOU DEVELOP...
SKILLS, your ability to:
- Critically
analyze and discuss--verbally and in writing--the work of others
and your own.
- Learn
from the comments of others without sacrificing your own unique
vision.
- Work
effectively individually and as part of a group.
- Work
proficiently with software/hardware, including Macromedia Director,
SoundEdit, and others; audio and video recording equipment, scanners,
cameras, etc.
PROFESSIONALISM,
a way of working that allows you to:
- Approach
each assignment as an opportunity to solve a problem in a unique
way.
- Communicate
about your project clearly throughout ALL stages of development.
- Continually
compare your results to your goals, be willing to revise and even
start over if necessary.
- Ask
for help when you need it; share your knowledge whenever possible.
- Work
hard, even when things do not t seem to be going well (never give
up on yourself!).
HOW
YOUR WORK WILL BE EVALUATED...
- The
thought and effort that you put into discussions, in-class and homework
assignments is critical, and counts for 30% of your grade. Missing
class, coming in late, and/or missing assignments can seriously
lower your grade!
- Projects
will be evaluated on how well they meet the project objectives,
the care shown in the execution, and your success in meeting the
goals under Professionalism above.
- Group
projects will be graded on both the quality of the project and your
participation in the process.
- Specific
technical skills may be tested with written and/or hands-on quizzes.
Your
final grade is based on:
Participation (includes attendance) 30
pts.
Homework & in-class assignments 30
pts.
Projects 40 pts.
TOTAL 100 pts.
(100-90
pts. = A / 89-80 pts. = B / 79-70 pts. = C / 69-60 pts. = D / below
60 pts. = F)
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