15.3.09

WHAT IS INFORMATION/INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN?

Wikipedia says Information Design is:
Information design is the skill and practice of preparing information so people can use it with efficiency and effectiveness.
Its the sorting of data into something easily understood in a visual format. It involves creating tables, graphs and visuals to help the user interact with the information within a system.

Wikipedia says Instructional Design is:
Instructional Design is the practice of creating instructional tools and content to help facilitate learning most effectively.
Its where a designer creates elements within and around a system to help the user navigate around a page.

Things like tool tips, manuals and help sections are examples of this. They often define the success of an Interactive system. Without the user understanding how to interact, there is no way the system can reach its full potential.

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