The document discusses responsive web design and how to go beyond it to better meet user needs across devices. It introduces responsive design, which uses fluid grids and breakpoints to automatically reformat web content for different screen sizes. The speaker advocates for responsive design because mobile usage is rising and it provides a better user experience across devices. However, the speaker also argues that designers should go beyond responsive frameworks to create device-optimized experiences through techniques like touch targets and reducing taps. The overall message is that responsive design is important but designers must deeply understand user needs and limitations on each device type.
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THE RISE OF MOBILE IN HIGHER ED
Tom Thayer
Interactive Services Principal
Experience With Non-Pro鍖ts: 10+ years
Experience in Higher Ed: 2+ years
Areas of Expertise:
Web Design, Web Development, Content Strategy,
Project Management, Content Management Systems,
Digital Asset Management, Digital Strategy etc.
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WHO IS BLACKBAUD INTERACTIVE?
≒ Data Geeks
≒ Designers
≒ Digital Strategists
≒ Fundraising Pros
≒ Information Architects
≒ Content Experts
≒ P2P Specialists
≒ Researchers
≒ Storytellers
≒ Marketing Pros
≒ Web Gurus
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WHY GO RESPONSIVE?
Source:
Google
Because Google says so
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WHY GO RESPONSIVE?
Our users deserve better!
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USER CENTERED DESIGN
WANTS NEEDS
LIMITATIONS
Hi, Im the user.!
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WHAT THE USER WANTS
1. Clear Messaging
2. Consistency
3. Connection
4. Context
5. Guidance
I want stuff.!
( sort of )*
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WHAT THE USER NEEDS
1. Interactions
2. Transactions
3. InformationsI need, therefore I use.!
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HOW THE USER IS LIMITED
1. Distractions
2. Environment
3. Input Methods
4. Disabilities
5. Time / Patience
6. Knowledge
7. Ability
8. Etc
Help me, help you.!
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USER CENTERED DESIGN
WANTS NEEDS
LIMITATIONS
(quality
experience)
(few
and
focused)
(varied,
complicated,
somewhat
predictable)
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USER CENTERED DESIGN
WANTS
NEEDS
LIMITATIONS
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HOW RWD GIVES THE USER WHAT THEY WANT
A Quality Experience
≒ Readable Content
≒ Reformatted Branding
≒ Mobile Navigation
≒ Mobile Speci鍖c Content
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HOW RWD GIVES THE USER WHAT THEY NEED
≒ Interactions
≒ Transactions
≒ Informations
Needs: Few and Focused
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TODAYS DISCUSSION
What is Responsive Web Design?
Why Everyone Should Be Using RWD
How and Why We Should Go Beyond RWD Trends
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USER CENTERED DESIGN
WANTS NEEDS
LIMITATIONS
(quality
experience)
(few
and
focused)
(varied,
complicated,
somewhat
predictable)
WE FIGHT FOR THE USER
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TODAYS DISCUSSION
What is Responsive Web Design?
Why Everyone Should Be Using RWD
How and Why We Should Go Beyond RWD Trends