CS 5/7312 (Spring, 2026): Homework #3
Part 1: Discussion Questions
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Pick two variations of the DM systems,
and discuss their similarities and differences.
Pay particular attention to how the DM principles
apply to these systems/UIs (similarly, or differently).
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Discuss the claim that
"once you organize contents into a hierarchical structure,
you have a menu in effect".
Is it true or false?
Try to briefly justify yourself.
Part 2: UI Design and Evaluation
You may choose to work with the system you selected for hw#1 or hw#2 before,
or pick a different system.
Now perform the following for this system:
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If your system contains DM element,
map the UI/design decision to the DM principles;
if not,
redesign it into an UI based on DM
by following the DM principles.
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Can AR be added to your system/UI?
If so, how?
If not, why not?
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Pick your evaluation techniques to evaluate its usability.
Try to give as much details as you can
(e.g., a detailed usability testing or expert review plan,
together with an observation/data form of your design/choice.)
Due Date:
4/13/26.
Prepared by Jeff Tian
(tian@smu.edu).
Posted: 4/6/2026.
Last update: 4/6/2026.