Test your knowledge on equitable design approaches

Identify some best practices to consider when designing websites using an equity-focused design approach. Select all that apply. -specifically consider underrepresented and excluded groups -include diverse visual representation of people through use of avatars, icons, illustrations, and photographs -solve for one type of user first and then extend to other types of users -test the product with a diverse set of users

-specifically consider underrepresented and excluded groups -include diverse visual representation of people through use of avatars, icons, illustrations, and photographs -test the product with a diverse set of users Equity-focused design seeks to build products that meet the needs of specific individuals in groups who have been excluded in the past. A goal of equity-focused design is that users from marginalized groups feel seen, valued, and included. Including visuals that represent a diverse range of individuals across different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and abilities is one aspect of designing for equity. Testing with a diverse set of users can help identify potential barriers or usability issues that may have been overlooked.

What is the main focus of universal design? -create one solution that works for everyone -accommodate individual preferences and needs -uplift groups that have been excluded -solve for one group; extend to many

create one solution that works for everyone Universal design aims to create a single solution that is accessible and inclusive for users with the widest range of abilities and in various situations. It is known as the one-size-fits-all approach. However, this approach often falls short in meeting the needs of every user.

You have identified a product you want to build and taken into account the groups that have not been served by this type of product in the past. During the design process, you keep these underrepresented groups front and center. What design approach are you using? -equity-focused design -user-centered design -universal design -inclusive design

equity-focused design Equity-focused design seeks to build products that meet the needs of specific individuals in groups that have been excluded in the past. This design approach means thinking through all the aspects of a product and ensuring it is both accessible and fair to all genders, races, and abilities.

According to the principles of inclusive design, which of the following personal identifiers should you consider when making design choices? Select all that apply. -gender -personality type -race -economic status

gender, race, economic status Inclusive design means making design choices that take into account personal identifiers like ability, race, economic status, language, age, and gender. With inclusive design, you solve for one type of user, and the benefit of that solution can extend to many other types of users. Inclusive design means making design choices that take into account personal identifiers like ability, race, economic status, language, age, and gender. With inclusive design, you solve for one type of user, and the benefit of that solution can extend to many other types of users. Inclusive design means making design choices that take into account personal identifiers like ability, race, economic status, language, age, and gender. With inclusive design, you solve for one type of user, and the benefit of that solution can extend to many other types of users.

Which scenario is an example of equitable thinking or design? -creating a mobile app for all versions of iOS -supplying a laptop for all students in a computer lab -providing the same lunch for each guest attending a press conference -providing closed captioning and an interpreter during an online presentation

providing closed captioning and an interpreter during an online presentation Providing closed captioning and an interpreter during an online presentation is an example of equitable thinking at work. Not all who attend a presentation have impeccable hearing or sight, especially if there are attending guests who are Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or who have a vision impairment.