Website Analysis Project

Website Analysis Project
Locate one page from a professional website that is problematic for a number of reasons.
Analyze and evaluate the page according to web design guidelines discussed in our class lecture.
o Note design aspects that seem to work well and how they are consistent with design theory, and . . .
o Note design aspects that seem problematic and how they might be inconsistent with design theory.
? Of course, you can always point out design aspects that work well, but are inconsistent with theory, or . . . ? Point out design aspects that do not work well, but are
consistent with theory.
Finally, provide a rationale for a redesign that corrects problems with the original.
Your analysis and evaluation should be approximately 320-500 words.

 
Basic Design Goals
• Make a good impression
• Reflect professional standards
• Help readers understand the structure and hierarchy of information • The relationship of information
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• Help readers understand information
• Effective design can clarify information
• Help readers remember information
• Create visual images to improve memory
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Guidelines:
• Create informative headers and footers • Help readers navigate the site
• Include extra features:
• FAQs, Search Engines, etc.
• Design for readers with disabilities • Design for multicultural audience
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• Proximity – Group related items together
• Alignment – Place text and graphics so that readers understand their relationship. • Repetition – Use consistent layout patterns
• All Level 1 headings should use the same typeface, type size, spacing, and capitalization.
• Consistent use of color, icons, rules, and screens.
• Contrast – create distinguishing elements to enhance information processing.
• Example: Black print on white background; upper and lower case letters; color distinctions.

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