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Program of Communication and Design

İTA439

INTERACTION DESIGN I

Course Code
İTA439
Semester
Seventh Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study4
SemesterSeventh Term (Fall)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Explain the historical and conceptual foundations of interaction design.
  2. Integrate interactive technologies into conceptual projects.
  3. Design socially responsible interactive experiences.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionThe Interaction Design course aims to teach students about dynamic interactions between digital and physical environments. This course, which aims to develop the ability to produce creative solutions in the light of technological innovations, allows students to develop a wide range of projects, from interactive exhibitions to social responsibility projects. The course aims to increase students' problem-solving competencies through human-centered design processes by putting their theoretical knowledge into practice. At the end of the course, students develop both their theoretical knowledge and creative thinking and application skills.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction: Urbanization, digital transformation, and virtual signs
2nd Week Semiotics: Denotation, connotation, and linguistic message
3rd Week Digital Myths: Readings of images and content on popular platforms
4th Week Graphic Design: Meaning production in color, typography, and composition
5th Week Interface Semiotics: Symbolic elements, visual cues, and affordance
6th Week Interface Analysis: Critical sign analysis in mobile applications
7th Week Workshop-1: Interface problem identification and group work
8th Week Midterm Project: Design proposal, moodboard, and project presentations
9th Week Application Tools: Introduction to Adobe XD, Wix, Framer AI, and Uizard AI Applications
10th Week UX/UI Fundamentals: Experience, visuals, and mental models in interfaces
11th Week Case Studies: Case-1: Netflix "Who's Watching?" screen and digital identity, Case-2: Information Architecture and User Experience in the Airbnb Interface
12th Week Workshop-2: Interface problem identification and group work
13th Week Final Project: Project presentations and general evaluation
14th Week Final Project: Project presentations and general evaluation
Recommended or Required ReadingBy IDEO.org -The Field Guide to Human Centred Design Toolkit?, 1st Edition 2015 ISBN: 978-0-9914063-1-9
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Case Study
  • Practice
  • Project
  • Problem Solving
  • Discussion
  • Lecture
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 3 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 3 1 3
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 3 30 90
Preparation for Final exam 1 12 12
Course hours 12 3 36
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 3 3
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 2 2 4
Total Work Load150
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

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