Module Descriptors
NEW INTERACTIVE ENVIRONMENTS
XDES60112
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 6
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Colin Chambers
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • CWK - A&D weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
The ability to interact in a digital environment is transforming many media. In this module you will look at media such as: Interactive Television; Mobile Phones; GPS; and interactive advertising. You will generate a project proposal that will meet a 'client's' needs based on choosing the appropriate 'new' interactive platform.
Module Learning Strategies
1. Read the assigned articles and attend lectures and tutorials to discuss the readings.
2. Review existing artefacts in your chose 'New Interactive Platforms'
3. Work closely with a 'client/teacher' to gather information about the subject matter and the targeted user group.


Module Texts
As this is a rapidly changing and developing area, the reading list will be supplied each year and will include readings from newspapers, magazines, and journals. For the most part all of the resources will have been published within the preceding twelve months and are available online.

The Playful World, Mark Pesce, Ballantine 2000 ISBN: 0345439430

Module Additional Assessment Details
You will generate a proposal for an new interactive environment project that incorporates detailed research into the underlying theories of interactive multimedia and how these will be applied in your proposed project. The report will also include a competitive analysis of products/projects in your chosen environment currently on the market and a detailed description of the designated user group. It will also include a node map and a brief functional specification for your proposed new interactive platform project. (3000 words)