Envision

**Phase 1: Envision (20%)**
For the first phase of this project, we will re-think and re-imagine the possible activities and range of contexts for user of the database materials. In doing so, we will examine the current system to understand its present role in providing access to the vast amount of content for its users. Consider the following:
 * who is using the current system? (eg. research by curators)
 * what other systems currently exist?
 * what are the current interactions are available? How are they beneficial?
 * in what new ways can the vast amount of content be accessed/presented ?
 * what can be added/deleted to enhance the user experience?
 * how can the design be improved visually ?
 * how can the overall user experience be more enjoyable, informative and efficient? Consider from visual and interactive design perspective?

Process
This phase will require a process that will include:
 * a thorough examination of the current system, its users and contexts of use
 * a survey and analysis of similar systems for cultural artefacts
 * a decided scope that focuses on particular need/activity/user
 * an exploration of current technologies for the desired user experience

Deliverables
For this phase, each team design and submit the following:


 * 1) System Map to visually communicate the envisioned system*
 * 2) Flow Diagrams that describe the new process of interaction*
 * 3) Other analysis/presentation materials posted to the wiki - (not specific as determined by each group. eg photos, diagrams, interviews, etc.)

Submit printed document, represent on wiki and deposit digital file in David's dropbox. Remember that any work posted on the wiki as part of this phase needs to be well designed and presented
 * These works are intended to be a clear and consistent visual design that graphically describes the proposed envisionment.

Week 01 - Mar 9
in class at home
 * course introduction
 * discussion of wiki participation
 * presentation, Q+A with Bill Kirby, Director of the CCCA
 * assemble into teams, review and analyze CADP
 * current user experience; PACT analysis
 * scoping, ideate - what is an area of interest/need? What can we offer?
 * benchmarks - analysis
 * define scope; prepare 5 minute presentation - team
 * benchmark/best practice - 2 per person

Week 02 - Mar 16
in class at home
 * present team scope/ideas
 * review benchmarks
 * flowcharting and mapping
 * functions
 * information visualization potential
 * define needed functions
 * refine scope in system maps and flowcharts

Week 03 - Mar 23
in class at home
 * review and continue work on maps and flowcharts
 * prototyping, visual and interaction design
 * finalize system maps and flowcharts

Week 04 - Mar 30
in class
 * more prototyping, visual and interaction design
 * in class consultation and production
 * **phase 1 due**