info535

Info535 is a course offered by the School of Information at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. It is a graduate-level course that focuses on the design and evaluation of information systems. The course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of information systems design, including user-centered design, usability testing, and iterative development.

The course covers a range of topics, including the fundamentals of information systems design, the role of users in the design process, and the use of prototyping and usability testing to evaluate and refine designs. Students learn about the principles of user-centered design, including the importance of understanding user needs and goals, and the use of user research methods to inform design decisions.

The course also covers the use of design thinking and agile development methodologies in the design of information systems. Students learn about the principles of design thinking, including empathy, ideation, and prototyping, and how these principles can be applied to the design of information systems. They also learn about the use of agile development methodologies, such as Scrum and Kanban, to manage the design and development process.

Throughout the course, students work on a series of design projects, both individually and in teams, to apply the principles and practices they have learned. These projects provide students with hands-on experience in the design and evaluation of information systems, and help them to develop their skills in user-centered design, usability testing, and iterative development.

The course is taught by faculty members with expertise in information systems design and evaluation, and is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the principles and practices of information systems design. It is an essential course for students pursuing a career in information systems design, and is also of interest to students in related fields, such as human-computer interaction and user experience design.