Inclusive design in industry

Design and technology

What is inclusive design?

Identifying challenges and opportunities

Empathy and user understanding

Using research to inform design requirements

Idea generation

Idea evaluation and selection

Low-fidelity prototyping

Basic testing and feedback

Iteration and refinement

Medium-fidelity prototyping

Advanced testing and feedback

High-fidelity prototyping

Considerations for production

This unit explores inclusive design with a focus on mental health and wellbeing. Students research user needs, generate ideas, and prototype solutions, developing empathy, creativity, and problem-solving while considering feasibility and real-world impact.

Inclusive Design: Mental Health and Wellbeing

understanding and designing for real users

What is the main focus of human-centred design?

Which of these skills is transferable across design sectors?

designing products and spaces that work for everyone

understanding and designing for people’s needs

Inclusive design principles can be used in many different {{}}, such as healthcare, digital, and education.

they are only relevant in art-based careers

they show empathy, creativity, and adaptability

Why do employers value inclusive design skills?

Inclusive design aims to make products and environments suitable for ...

Designers need to consider the needs of the {{}} when designing a product.

researching and understanding the problem

What is a key step in the design process?

trying different ideas to see what works best

ignoring feedback from people using your product

Which of these shows good design thinking?

{{}} is the study of designing products or spaces so they are comfortable and safe for the people who use them.

the ability of a product or space to adapt to different needs

how comfortable, safe, and healthy a person feels

a person’s emotional and psychological state

Match each keyword to the correct definition:

imagining user experiences and challenges

Starter Quiz

Designers need to consider the needs of the when designing a product.