Design Links
Univ of
Indiana Basics of Web Design
Design Resources
at Baltimore University
Univ of
Waterloo Design
General
Design Principles,PennState
Writing
Hypertextual Books
Jorn Barger's
Webpages on Design Style
Letting the Universe
Know about Your Web Pages
Dr. Randy Brooks's Taxonomy of Hypertext
Brooks' "Principles for Effective Hypermedia Design"
Simplicity --of design and information
focused purpose (main message)
clearly labeled, well-chunked information
accurate, up-to-date information
quick instant orientation
integration of graphics and text
Appropriateness --fits sponsor, occasion, users
sponsor's image, style, attitude
virtual space and atmosphere
intended users' needs and expectations
Function --usability, interaction, timeliness
rhetorical--persuade, inform, entertain
technical--speed, access, display
interface--navigation, interactivity, guides, paths, maps, searches
readability--processing data off screen
news--dynamic verses static information [see graph above]
encyclopedic--docu-verse, links
Economy --time, money, hardware space
development, launch, maintenance
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