Planning Tools For Interaction - Storyboards

Storyboards are a sequential series of images or illustrations that are developed for the purpose of visualising or planning for various forms of media or even a set of instructions.

Planning Tools For Interaction - Mood Boards

Mood boards allow people to view expressions and visual references for each aspect of a persona. An example of a mood board for the following information is below:

John is a 75-year-old retired carpenter who still enjoys hikes in national parks and riding his Harley-Davidson. He looks forward to the local club raffle and a catch up with the boys on a Thursday evening. He also enjoys playing bingo, listening to local radio and watching old western movies with his wife Jill. As he gets older and has to visit the hospital more often, he prefers quick and efficient healthcare with simple, bold instructions and hospital signs. He aims to enjoy the rest of his life traveling a little and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.

• Location: Hobart
• Toaster Usage: Unfortunately Johnny has never used a fancy new electric toaster
• Computer/Internet Usage: PC, Occasionally browses the Internet with the help of his grandchildren.
• Computer Skill: Novice user. Finds things too complicated on the computer to use. Has an email but doesn’t know how to use it properly.

Planning Tools For Interaction - Flowcharts

Flowcharts are used to give a visual representation of a set of instructions and aid a user to perform decisions.

1. Place toaster on a stable hard and flat surface.
2. Plug into power outlet.
3. Turn power outlet switch on.
4. Insert one or two pieces of bread.
5. Look at cook setting.
6. Determine if setting is on medium.
7. Depress lever and wait for ejection.
8. Check darkness of toast. Is it medium or dark brown?
9. Wait for toast to be cool enough to toast.
10. Test toast is safe to touch. Is it?
11. Remove toast and prepare.... ITADAKIMASU!