12633Overview As you learned in the module resources, Adobe XD is design software used to develop high-fidelity wireframes, mock-ups, and prototypes that can effectively communicate design visions. In this activity, you will apply what you learned about this tool’s basic purpose and functionality to create three...
12613Overview Grid layouts are an excellent tool for structuring your content. However, for optimum effect, you should use other fundamental design tools and techniques such as visual hierarchy and composition to help focus the audience’s attention on the important elements and message of your design. For...
12612Overview Composition techniques are a vital part of graphic design. The use of space and symmetry to organize different text and graphic elements is very important in determining how the audience will perceive your design. For example, a page with too many elements can be very...
12611Overview This milestone assignment is the first step in completing your project for this course. In this assignment, you will review the scenario below and complete the first deliverable for instructor feedback. Be sure to incorporate any feedback you receive into your project (due in Module...
12610The capital asset pricing model, or CAPM, is used to price an individual security or portfolio. The general idea behind CAPM is that investors should be compensated in two ways, for the time value of their money and risk incurred. The model helps investors calculate...
12608Instructions: Review the reflection posts of your course colleagues. Consider the knowledge you have gained from this week’s lecture. Construct a response to at least 2 of your peers commenting on the following: Your thoughts about the model they chose to frame their discussion. Consider you were the...
12607Overview Using grids is an effective way to organize the various types and pieces of content a publication may need. Different grid types are used for different purposes and choosing the correct one is essential to ensuring your page layout is clear and easy to read....
12606Read Chapter 3 from Design School: Layout: A Practical Guide for Students and Designers, which is linked in the module Resources section. Then, address the following in no more than 2–3 paragraphs: Compare the use of different types of grids for different design purposes. Discuss the benefits...
12605Overview As you learned in the module resources, empathizing with the user is the first step of the design thinking process. Empathy maps allow designers to visualize the attitudes and beliefs of their users. In this assignment, you will engage with the user-centered design process by...
12604User interface (UX) and user experience (UI) are foundational concepts for practicing user-centered design. Although the terms may seem interchangeable to a casual observer, there are important distinctions. See the module resources to learn about the differences between UX and UI before engaging in this...