2022/23 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
DESN5182M Experiential Practice
20 creditsClass Size: 50
Module manager: Dr Francisco Queiroz
Email: F.Queiroz@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2022/23
This module is not approved as an Elective
Module summary
This module will introduce students to the principles of UX and UI, visual perception, auditory & kinaesthetic interactions in 3D environments. Narrative for asynchronous story types and how to use storytelling for immersion & engagement will also be studied. In the practical sessions in XLAB, through a process of experimentation and play, students will be familiarised with the software and tools they will use to create immersive & engaging experiences.Objectives
The emphasis of this module is the importance of experimentation and play as students develop their creative practice using these emerging technologies. Students also gain theoretical understanding in UX and UI for 3D environments, visual perception & brain responses to auditory and kinaesthetic interactions. Finally, in order that the experiences they create connect emotionally with users, students will learn how to use storytelling to engage users and how to develop narrative for asynchronous story types.Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students will have provided evidence of being able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of UX & UI principles within a design project.
2. Analyse and interpret current theories and principles of visual perception & auditory and kinaesthetic interaction with regards to the design of 3D experiences.
3. Develop an understanding of how to use storytelling to engage users.
4. Demonstrate the ability to complete a creative design project incorporating appropriate technologies.
Syllabus
This module will deliver a combination of lectures & practical sessions in XLAB. Lectures will cover the principles of UX and UI for 3D environments, visual perception & brain response, as well as narrative construction for asynchronous story types. In the practical sessions situated in XLAB, students will develop their creative practice through a process of experimentation and play by having hands-on experience with the relevant technologies.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Tutorials | 3 | 1.00 | 3.00 |
| Practicals | 11 | 2.00 | 22.00 |
| Lecture | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 30.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 134.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 36.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Private study
Independent online learningEach lecture and practical class is supported by material that is available on the Minerva This material provides links to appropriate journal papers, books, videos and websites. Digital copies of the lectures will be also available on the VLE so that students can follow up in a systematic and structured manner.
· Reviewing supplied material online (papers, books, videos & websites): 30 hours To gain confidence to develop and articulate their own ideas, students will engage in private study.
· Literature search and reading: 30 hours
· Independent research and preparation: 50 hours
· Preparation and evaluation of assessed outcomes: 54 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Student progress will be monitored through:· Regular attendance at lectures, practicals and tutorials (absences dealt with through the normal School channels).
· Participation in lectures, practicals and tutorials.
· Feedback given in every tutorial.
Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Presentation | Online exhibition to include: written introduction, overview & evaluation (group) | 30.00 |
| Portfolio | Final design output(s) fully developed, implemented and evaluated. (Group) | 70.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 13/06/2022 14:30:39
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