University of Glasgow & Singapore Institute of Technology
Design & Innovation Project Showcase 2023
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Team 1A: Grove Trek
A side-scrolling platformer aimed at helping to educate and inspire the youth of scotstoun primary on the geology of fossil grove. Designed to be used as a gamified teaching aid for before and after the trip to fossil grove.
During our project, each team member had unique learning experiences that contributed to our overall growth and success. By reflecting on our individual insights, we can better understand how these lessons impacted the team as a whole and identify areas for improvement.
I learned about possibilities and how to determine if they are suitable for the challenge, like testing for critical features.
I learned about what key factors are necessary in iterations to refine products and their efficacy.
I learned about how mental model can diverge between clients and even individuals of the same team, making it important to ensure that they are aligned.
I learned about how to conduct a proper usability testing and what are the things to avoid.
Learning about the MOM test was beneficial as it taught me how not to impose my bias onto people i need proper feedback from.
Getting to interact with the client everyday taught me the best ways to have a collaborative relationship with people outside of my industry.
Team 1A: Grove Trek
A side-scrolling platformer aimed at helping to educate and inspire the youth of scotstoun primary on the geology of fossil grove. Designed to be used as a gamified teaching aid for before and after the trip to fossil grove.
During our project, each team member had unique learning experiences that contributed to our overall growth and success. By reflecting on our individual insights, we can better understand how these lessons impacted the team as a whole and identify areas for improvement.
I learned about possibilities and how to determine if they are suitable for the challenge, like testing for critical features.
I learned about what key factors are necessary in iterations to refine products and their efficacy.
I learned about how mental model can diverge between clients and even individuals of the same team, making it important to ensure that they are aligned.
I learned about how to conduct a proper usability testing and what are the things to avoid.
Learning about the MOM test was beneficial as it taught me how not to impose my bias onto people i need proper feedback from.
Getting to interact with the client everyday taught me the best ways to have a collaborative relationship with people outside of my industry.
Team 1B: Fossil Grove x Scotstoun Primary
Innovative activities to sustain primary school students’ engagement with their local fossil heritage.
Throughout the three weeks of the OIP project, our team members had various transformative learning experiences that significantly impacted our approach to problem-solving, design, and collaboration. By reflecting on these individual insights, we have gained a deeper appreciation for the value of a multidimensional perspective in achieving our common goals.
Over the 3 weeks of oip, I learned the importance of observing a problem from different perspectives before going head first into designing a solution for it.
I have learnt about the design process when tackling a request from a client, communicating ideas and incorporating feedback received to further improve the product for the ultimate goal of enticing children to be excited to learn.
In this module, I learned about designing a product, going through different iterations of prototyping before selecting the best one and improving it after with usability testing, with the goal of creating an exciting educational game for fostering a fun and engaging learning experience for 10-year-old kids.
After 3 weeks I’ve learnt that design and prototyping are crucial stages in the creative process, enabling us to test and further improve on our ideas before finalizing our project.
I learned the importance of ensuring that both the designers and clients are on the same page so that communication and feedback are delivered quickly and more design iterations and prototypes can be developed quickly.
Over the past 3 weeks of OIP, I have learned the importance of aligning the mental models of both clients and development team, careful requirement gathering, iterative prototyping, and UAT testing to deliver product that resonate with our client.
Team 1B: Fossil Grove x Scotstoun Primary
Innovative activities to sustain primary school students’ engagement with their local fossil heritage.
Throughout the three weeks of the OIP project, our team members had various transformative learning experiences that significantly impacted our approach to problem-solving, design, and collaboration. By reflecting on these individual insights, we have gained a deeper appreciation for the value of a multidimensional perspective in achieving our common goals.
Over the 3 weeks of oip, I learned the importance of observing a problem from different perspectives before going head first into designing a solution for it.
I have learnt about the design process when tackling a request from a client, communicating ideas and incorporating feedback received to further improve the product for the ultimate goal of enticing children to be excited to learn.
In this module, I learned about designing a product, going through different iterations of prototyping before selecting the best one and improving it after with usability testing, with the goal of creating an exciting educational game for fostering a fun and engaging learning experience for 10-year-old kids.
After 3 weeks I’ve learnt that design and prototyping are crucial stages in the creative process, enabling us to test and further improve on our ideas before finalizing our project.
I learned the importance of ensuring that both the designers and clients are on the same page so that communication and feedback are delivered quickly and more design iterations and prototypes can be developed quickly.
Over the past 3 weeks of OIP, I have learned the importance of aligning the mental models of both clients and development team, careful requirement gathering, iterative prototyping, and UAT testing to deliver product that resonate with our client.
Team 2A: MetPsy’s Gamification System
Games, everyone enjoys a game of some sort be it sports, video games, or something as simple as catching. But what makes a game enjoyable? Is it the sense of achievement? The feeling of doing what you love? Enter Gamification, the concept which explores adding game mechanics to everyday activities to turn work into play. In this project, we design a gamification system to engage users in improving their mental health through various activities, rewards, and more...
This design project exposed us to real-life problems which gave us the opportunity to design realistic solutions rather than just a classroom-based problem. We also learnt how to apply gamification concepts while designing a system revolving around mental health coaching and have developed crucial soft skills such as ability to adapt and communicate.
Having the opportunity to engage in design thinking and ideation proved to be enlightening, empowering me to deliver success product. Having the opportunity to engage in design thinking and ideation proved to be enlightening, empowering me to deliver success product.
Effective communication is crucial to develop products that meet the unique needs of customers with different mental models.
Limitations and constraints fuel creative thinking, leading to innovative solutions and ideas.
Embracing limitations and constraints sparks the flames of creative thought, propelling us towards ingenious solutions and groundbreaking ideas.
I learnt the importance of listening to the customer and accommodating the customer's requirements.
Designing of a gamification system and the concept of mental models in which how different people perceived the world differently.
Team 2A: MetPsy’s Gamification System
Games, everyone enjoys a game of some sort be it sports, video games, or something as simple as catching. But what makes a game enjoyable? Is it the sense of achievement? The feeling of doing what you love? Enter Gamification, the concept which explores adding game mechanics to everyday activities to turn work into play. In this project, we design a gamification system to engage users in improving their mental health through various activities, rewards, and more...
This design project exposed us to real-life problems which gave us the opportunity to design realistic solutions rather than just a classroom-based problem. We also learnt how to apply gamification concepts while designing a system revolving around mental health coaching and have developed crucial soft skills such as ability to adapt and communicate.
Having the opportunity to engage in design thinking and ideation proved to be enlightening, empowering me to deliver success product.
Effective communication is crucial to develop products that meet the unique needs of customers with different mental models.
I learnt the importance of listening to the customer and accommodating the customer's requirements.
Embracing limitations and constraints sparks the flames of creative thought, propelling us towards ingenious solutions and groundbreaking ideas.
I learnt the importance of listening to the customer and accommodating the customer's requirements.
Designing of a gamification system and the concept of mental models in which how different people perceived the world differently
Team 2B: Gamification of Metpsy Application
Our goal is to enhance user engagement and retention in the MetPsy mobile application through an innovative gamification system. This will ensure users fully benefit from the usage of the application and retain user attention to the application. Implementing concepts such as achievements, points, micro-modules, modern UI design, and personalised content to improve the overall experience with the application.
Through design thinking techniques, feedback gathering and prototyping, the team devised solutions to gamify the Metpsy application to increase user retention and engagement. In conclusion, the client was very satisfied, and took away with actionable steps to implement the team's suggestions.
Gaining experience in design thinking and ideation was insightful and enables me to deliver a comprehensive product.
I learnt how to derive a feasible solution for the client that match their budget while ensuring project quality at the same time.
Learning the art of communication, ideation, and design was truly enlightening for creating a well-rounded product for the client.
Utilizing of rapid sprints, our team demonstrated proficiencies in conceptualizing, generating ideas, and translating those concepts into a tangible solution.
With the lack of reception on many areas of the UK, offline apps are essential.
Gathering a little feedback from clients is better than none.
Team 2B: Gamification of Metpsy Application
Our goal is to enhance user engagement and retention in the MetPsy mobile application through an innovative gamification system. This will ensure users fully benefit from the usage of the application and retain user attention to the application. Implementing concepts such as achievements, points, micro-modules, modern UI design, and personalised content to improve the overall experience with the application.
Through design thinking techniques, feedback gathering and prototyping, the team devised solutions to gamify the Metpsy application to increase user retention and engagement. In conclusion, the client was very satisfied, and took away with actionable steps to implement the team's suggestions.
Gaining experience in design thinking and ideation was insightful and enables me to deliver a comprehensive product.
I learnt how to derive a feasible solution for the client that match their budget while ensuring project quality at the same time.
Learning the art of communication, ideation, and design was truly enlightening for creating a well-rounded product for the client.
Utilizing of rapid sprints, our team demonstrated proficiencies in conceptualizing, generating ideas, and translating those concepts into a tangible solution.
With the lack of reception on many areas of the UK, offline apps are essential.
Gathering a little feedback from clients is better than none.
Team 3A: William’s Collection
An interactive and enriching experience for young visitors to collect virtual artefacts into their personal collection when they visit The Hunterian Museum.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
I learnt the importance of aligning mental models and how to deal with opposing models during the planning phase
Prototyping is my biggest takeaway, it showed me how important it is as a preparatory step when doing development
Asking questions is important and I learnt how to ask the right questions to get directions for the project
My biggest takeaway is definitely the prototyping knowledge and the significance of testing
Liaising with the clients and knowing how to ask the right questions is my biggest lesson learnt
I’ve learnt how important it is to ensure all members have the same mental model in mind before commencing
Team 3A: William’s Collection
An interactive and enriching experience for young visitors to collect virtual artefacts into their personal collection when they visit The Hunterian Museum.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
I learnt the importance of aligning mental models and how to deal with opposing models during the planning phase
Prototyping is my biggest takeaway, it showed me how important it is as a preparatory step when doing development
Asking questions is important and I learnt how to ask the right questions to get directions for the project
My biggest takeaway is definitely the prototyping knowledge and the significance of testing
Liaising with the clients and knowing how to ask the right questions is my biggest lesson learnt
I’ve learnt how important it is to ensure all members have the same mental model in mind before commencing
Team 3B: Treasure Hunterian
A web based game application focused but not limited to children aged 11-14 to immerse themselves in an educational and interactive storyline, learning the history behind the artefacts of the Hunterian Museum.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
The exposure to a different environment and in depth knowledge of the design process widened by appreciation for it
This enlightening module highlighted the different stages in product development and stressed the criticality of the initial stages for success.
Learning design thinking to empathize and define the given problem statement through effective communication collaboratively with our client to shape the best possible solution for them.
From understanding user needs to idea and prototype testing, I've experienced how such processes refine our ideas through multiple iterations.
Working in a different environment overseas has broadened my perspectives of the world and at the same time improved my design thinking and critical thinking skills.
In a time-constrained environment, this module has provided me with invaluable skills, value-adding to both my professional and personal development.
Team 3B: Treasure Hunterian
A web based game application focused but not limited to children aged 11-14 to immerse themselves in an educational and interactive storyline, learning the history behind the artefacts of the Hunterian Museum.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
The exposure to a different environment and in depth knowledge of the design process widened by appreciation for it
This enlightening module highlighted the different stages in product development and stressed the criticality of the initial stages for success.
Learning design thinking to empathize and define the given problem statement through effective communication collaboratively with our client to shape the best possible solution for them.
From understanding user needs to idea and prototype testing, I've experienced how such processes refine our ideas through multiple iterations.
Working in a different environment overseas has broadened my perspectives of the world and at the same time improved my design thinking and critical thinking skills.
In a time-constrained environment, this module has provided me with invaluable skills, value-adding to both my professional and personal development.
Team 4A: Alexander Thomson Special Collection. Engaging the public with the unique work of the architect Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson
Developing a platform to facilitate meaningful interactions with the exquisite artworks of Alexander Thomson is the primary objective of this project. The team behind this initiative envisions a comprehensive, user-friendly website, serving as a centralized hub for art enthusiasts to interact with Alexander Thomson’s artworks. Simultaneously, the platform seeks to foster a vibrant and engaged community of art lovers. The website's main goal is to provide the public with unrestricted access to Alexander Thomson's works, catering to those who wish to explore and appreciate his art. By doing so, the project aims to bridge the gap between the artist and his appreciators.
Throughout the short development period, the team recognized the importance of effective communication with both clients and among team members as a critical factor contributing to the project's success.
The team recognized the importance of communication among the team members as a critical factor contributing to the project's success.
An exhilarating journey conceiving a product and engaging in diverse exercises, all within a brief period. Grasping Alexander Thomson's work profoundly.
I learnt about how important communication and collaboration is in bringing about a good product.
I got to learn more about Alexander Thomson and what engagement means to the users in an online exhibition.
Enriched by Alexander Thomson’s architectural legacy, our team had a great opportunity to illuminate his works through an online exhibition.
Throughout this project, I have learnt to better collaborate within a team.
Team 4A: Alexander Thomson Special Collection. Engaging the public with the unique work of the architect Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson
Developing a platform to facilitate meaningful interactions with the exquisite artworks of Alexander Thomson is the primary objective of this project. The team behind this initiative envisions a comprehensive, user-friendly website, serving as a centralized hub for art enthusiasts to interact with Alexander Thomson’s artworks. Simultaneously, the platform seeks to foster a vibrant and engaged community of art lovers. The website's main goal is to provide the public with unrestricted access to Alexander Thomson's works, catering to those who wish to explore and appreciate his art. By doing so, the project aims to bridge the gap between the artist and his appreciators.
Throughout the short development period, the team recognized the importance of effective communication with both clients and among team members as a critical factor contributing to the project's success.
The team recognized the importance of communication among the team members as a critical factor contributing to the project's success.
An exhilarating journey conceiving a product and engaging in diverse exercises, all within a brief period. Grasping Alexander Thomson's work profoundly.
I learnt about how important communication and collaboration is in bringing about a good product.
I got to learn more about Alexander Thomson and what engagement means to the users in an online exhibition.
Enriched by Alexander Thomson’s architectural legacy, our team had a great opportunity to illuminate his works through an online exhibition.
Throughout this project, I have learnt to better collaborate within a team.
Team 4B: Alexander Thomson Special Project
Designing an interactive solution to spread awareness about the works of Alexander Thomson.
Over the past few weeks, our team has embarked on a journey to develop a website with a focus on interactive thinking and usability testing. This experience has been both challenging and rewarding as we navigated through various stages of the project, including ideation, design, and testing. During brainstorming sessions, we noticed how diverse perspectives enriched the ideas, leading to creative and innovative solutions. The open exchange of thoughts and interactive discussions fostered a collaborative spirit, enabling us to overcome complex challenges more effectively. We were not afraid to propose unconventional ideas, knowing that they would be met with constructive feedback and evaluation. This freedom resulted in several breakthrough moments that significantly improved the project's overall direction. Ultimately, our team's collaboration was one of our greatest strengths. We embraced the diversity of skills and perspectives, understanding that each team member brought a unique set of talents to the table. Encouraging a culture of respect and openness allowed everyone to feel comfortable sharing their ideas and concerns, fostering a sense of trust and camaraderie within the team. Moving forward, we intend to build upon these learnings, improving our collaborative process while maintaining a strong focus on delivering products that meet and exceed user expectations. As a team, we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and look forward to implementing our newfound knowledge in future projects.
Developing a user-centered mindset and incorporating usability testing in the design process.
Problem solving, Adaptability.
Importance of identifying and implementing constraints to streamline our design process and prevent decision paralysis.
Usage of different mental models to help with system design.
Iterative design, importance of reviewing interim work.
Human perspective defers , clairvoyance is not as it seems.
Team 4B: Alexander Thomson Special Project
Designing an interactive solution to spread awareness about the works of Alexander Thomson.
Over the past few weeks, our team has embarked on a journey to develop a website with a focus on interactive thinking and usability testing. This experience has been both challenging and rewarding as we navigated through various stages of the project, including ideation, design, and testing. During brainstorming sessions, we noticed how diverse perspectives enriched the ideas, leading to creative and innovative solutions. The open exchange of thoughts and interactive discussions fostered a collaborative spirit, enabling us to overcome complex challenges more effectively. We were not afraid to propose unconventional ideas, knowing that they would be met with constructive feedback and evaluation. This freedom resulted in several breakthrough moments that significantly improved the project's overall direction. Ultimately, our team's collaboration was one of our greatest strengths. We embraced the diversity of skills and perspectives, understanding that each team member brought a unique set of talents to the table. Encouraging a culture of respect and openness allowed everyone to feel comfortable sharing their ideas and concerns, fostering a sense of trust and camaraderie within the team. Moving forward, we intend to build upon these learnings, improving our collaborative process while maintaining a strong focus on delivering products that meet and exceed user expectations. As a team, we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead and look forward to implementing our newfound knowledge in future projects.
Developing a user-centered mindset and incorporating usability testing in the design process.
Problem solving, Adaptability.
Importance of identifying and implementing constraints to streamline our design process and prevent decision paralysis.
Usage of different mental models to help with system design.
Iterative design, importance of reviewing interim work.
Human perspective defers , clairvoyance is not as it seems.
Team 5A: Annexe Connect: Hidden Treasures
Objects hold a kaleidoscope of stories, each unfolding uniquely through the eyes of its beholder. How would you share stories behind artifacts and memories in a community effectively? How would you reel in more youths to a community centre where they can invest their interests and passions into developing the community? Our team designed a solution incorporating Geocaching and recorded stories, available through a QR code. How would you design yours differently?
In our journey at The Annexe, we discovered the significance of design thinking in understanding stakeholders and exploring diverse ideas. Through curious experimentation and timely guidance, we experienced the value of purposeful application in creative problem-solving.
I learned that design thinking is essential for understanding stakeholders and their perspectives and exploring diverse ideas for better outcomes.
Through curious and thoughtful experimentation, with timely guidance and feedback, I experienced firsthand the value of purposefully applying the design thinking process.
I realized design thinking's importance and explored creative problem-solving at The Annexe, leaving me grateful for the valuable experience gained.
Team 5A: Annexe Connect: Hidden Treasures
Objects hold a kaleidoscope of stories, each unfolding uniquely through the eyes of its beholder. How would you share stories behind artifacts and memories in a community effectively? How would you reel in more youths to a community centre where they can invest their interests and passions into developing the community? Our team designed a solution incorporating Geocaching and recorded stories, available through a QR code. How would you design yours differently?
In our journey at The Annexe, we discovered the significance of design thinking in understanding stakeholders and exploring diverse ideas. Through curious experimentation and timely guidance, we experienced the value of purposeful application in creative problem-solving.
I learned that design thinking is essential for understanding stakeholders and their perspectives and exploring diverse ideas for better outcomes.
Through curious and thoughtful experimentation, with timely guidance and feedback, I experienced firsthand the value of purposefully applying the design thinking process.
I realized design thinking's importance and explored creative problem-solving at The Annexe, leaving me grateful for the valuable experience gained.
Team 5B: TheAnnexeArchive
TheAnnexeArchive is a project focused on creating an online archive using HTML. The archive aims to preserve and present historical data, documents, and multimedia related to The Annexe Communities, showcasing its significance over time. HTML will be the primary tool utilized for designing and structuring the web-based archive, allowing users to access and explore the rich historical content seamlessly.
Throughout this project, we learned the significance of constant communication with clients and teammates, enabling us to achieve meaningful solutions in a tight timeframe. The experiential learning opportunities enhanced our design skills and insights, integrating diverse subjects like user feedback and prototyping.
Throughout this module, I have realized the significance of ensuring constant communication with both clients and teammates, especially in a tight 3-week timeframe, as the key to successfully achieving our goal of providing a meaningful solution to cater to our client's needs while applying design thinking into our project.
In the fast-paced 3-week module, I gained a deep understanding of the design process and sharpened my communication skills, particularly through teamwork and client interactions. Our project adeptly integrated various design thinking methods to meet our customer's requirements, and their positive feedback makes us proud of our project.
This project offers valuable experiential learning opportunities as we explore diverse subjects, such as opposing models, user feedback, and prototyping, to enhance our product design skills and gain new insights.
This project highlighted the importance of effective communication with both the team and the client to ensure quality work within such a short period of time.
Throughout this module, I have realized the significance of ensuring constant communication with both clients and teammates, especially in a tight 3 week timeframe, as the key to successfully achieve our goal of providing a meaningful solution to cater to our client's needs.
Throughout the project, I learned the importance of clear communication in coordinating with both the client and team members to successfully craft and refine the client's webpage, honing my skills in collaborative web development.
Team 5B: TheAnnexeArchive
TheAnnexeArchive is a project focused on creating an online archive using HTML. The archive aims to preserve and present historical data, documents, and multimedia related to The Annexe Communities, showcasing its significance over time. HTML will be the primary tool utilized for designing and structuring the web-based archive, allowing users to access and explore the rich historical content seamlessly.
Throughout this project, we learned the significance of constant communication with clients and teammates, enabling us to achieve meaningful solutions in a tight timeframe. The experiential learning opportunities enhanced our design skills and insights, integrating diverse subjects like user feedback and prototyping.
Throughout this module, I have realized the significance of ensuring constant communication with both clients and teammates, especially in a tight 3-week timeframe, as the key to successfully achieving our goal of providing a meaningful solution to cater to our client's needs while applying design thinking into our project.
In the fast-paced 3-week module, I gained a deep understanding of the design process and sharpened my communication skills, particularly through teamwork and client interactions. Our project adeptly integrated various design thinking methods to meet our customer's requirements, and their positive feedback makes us proud of our project.
This project offers valuable experiential learning opportunities as we explore diverse subjects, such as opposing models, user feedback, and prototyping, to enhance our product design skills and gain new insights.
This project highlighted the importance of effective communication with both the team and the client to ensure quality work within such a short period of time.
Throughout this module, I have realized the significance of ensuring constant communication with both clients and teammates, especially in a tight 3 week timeframe, as the key to successfully achieve our goal of providing a meaningful solution to cater to our client's needs.
Throughout the project, I learned the importance of clear communication in coordinating with both the client and team members to successfully craft and refine the client's webpage, honing my skills in collaborative web development.
Team 5C: Annexe Connect: Building Community Together
Creating an accessible website to bridge the gap and connect people together. The Annexe Communities have an issue with publishing their archived documents, due to rigid outsourced platforms, we have solved this with a simple and inclusive website that caters to those that not as tech savvy but still attracts the youths to the rich history of the community.
As a group, we had a captivating and immersive experience delving into the rich history of the organization. Through this journey, we witnessed the staff's genuine dedication to enhancing the lives of all individuals they encounter. We came to appreciate their earnest desire to uplift and enrich the lives of everyone.
Delving into the illustrious past, we uncover a wealth of history and witness the staff's genuine dedication to enhancing the lives of all.
Immersed in a captivating historical journey, we come to appreciate the staff's earnest desire to uplift and enrich the lives of each individual they encounter. We learn about the rich history and how the staff truly wants to improve every one life.
We learn about the rich history and how the staff truly wants to improve every one life.
Team 5C: Annexe Connect: Building Community Together
Creating an accessible website to bridge the gap and connect people together. The Annexe Communities have an issue with publishing their archived documents, due to rigid outsourced platforms, we have solved this with a simple and inclusive website that caters to those that not as tech savvy but still attracts the youths to the rich history of the community.
As a group, we had a captivating and immersive experience delving into the rich history of the organization. Through this journey, we witnessed the staff's genuine dedication to enhancing the lives of all individuals they encounter. We came to appreciate their earnest desire to uplift and enrich the lives of everyone.
Delving into the illustrious past, we uncover a wealth of history and witness the staff's genuine dedication to enhancing the lives of all.
Immersed in a captivating historical journey, we come to appreciate the staff's earnest desire to uplift and enrich the lives of each individual they encounter. We learn about the rich history and how the staff truly wants to improve every one life.
We learn about the rich history and how the staff truly wants to improve every one life.
Team 6A: Barclay’s Impact
Discover Barclay’s Innovative Auto Donate App, Barclay’s Impact, an inventive solution that revolutionizes charitable donation by aligning it with your lifestyle and preferences. Witness how we've transformed donations into a personalized, seamless, and impactful journey. Discover our commitment to creating a groundbreaking, user-centric experience that redefines philanthropy.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
learnt the importance of how working through the innovative design process leads to a more effective and unique solution.
I learnt the design process to help designers and teams iterate, improve, and create products that meet user needs and deliver a positive user experience.
This project enabled a deeper understanding of the design process, where I have learnt product development from conception to fruition.
The course provided invaluable insights into iterative creativity, user-centered design, and transformative innovation, shaping my problem-solving skills and mindset positively.
I learnt the value of regular check-ins and diverse stakeholder feedback which served as guiding elements for our final product.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
Team 6A: Barclay’s Impact
Discover Barclay’s Innovative Auto Donate App, Barclay’s Impact, an inventive solution that revolutionizes charitable donation by aligning it with your lifestyle and preferences. Witness how we've transformed donations into a personalized, seamless, and impactful journey. Discover our commitment to creating a groundbreaking, user-centric experience that redefines philanthropy.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
learnt the importance of how working through the innovative design process leads to a more effective and unique solution.
I learnt the design process to help designers and teams iterate, improve, and create products that meet user needs and deliver a positive user experience.
This project enabled a deeper understanding of the design process, where I have learnt product development from conception to fruition.
The course provided invaluable insights into iterative creativity, user-centered design, and transformative innovation, shaping my problem-solving skills and mindset positively.
I learnt the value of regular check-ins and diverse stakeholder feedback which served as guiding elements for our final product.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
Team 6B: CharitAble: Giving Made Simple
CharitAble is our innovative donation web application, powered by Barclays that utilises user data to suggest personalised donation amounts and interests, making it effortless for users to support a wide range of verified charities and make a meaningful impact on the causes they care about.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
Life is a journey of experimentation where we become designers of our future.
It’s not the destination, it’s the journey
I learnt the importance of gathering feedback from your mentor and clients as it can help you see things from different perspectives and can help you improve.
I have learned that design thinking is to create user-centric solutions with innovative ideas.
Effective communication is one of the fundamental principles for a project's success.
Teamwork makes the dream work.
Team 6B: CharitAble: Giving Made Simple
CharitAble is our innovative donation web application, powered by Barclays that utilises user data to suggest personalised donation amounts and interests, making it effortless for users to support a wide range of verified charities and make a meaningful impact on the causes they care about.
Through collective effort, the design and innovation course deepened our grasp of user-centered design and the transformative power of innovation in problem-solving.
Life is a journey of experimentation where we become designers of our future.
It’s not the destination, it’s the journey
I learnt the importance of gathering feedback from your mentor and clients as it can help you see things from different perspectives and can help you improve.
I have learned that design thinking is to create user-centric solutions with innovative ideas.
Effective communication is one of the fundamental principles for a project's success.
Teamwork makes the dream work.
Team 7A: SmartSave
Introducing 'SmartSave' - Your Personal Money Magician! Putting an end to financial confusion and bringing you savings, seamlessly! Get your savings maximized effortlessly with SmartSave! Explore the best interest rates from top banks, transfer funds between accounts with ease, and even open a new account in seconds! Streamline your savings with SmartSave and sit back and watch them grow like never before!
With thorough ideation; resist the urge to rush into conceptualization. Recognize the ability to restart to create ground-breaking ideas.
Design is not just about how it looks or how it feels. Design is about how it works.
Making something visually stunning is very often the last stage of design
In design, understanding a user's problem is the seed, software is the fertile ground, and a tailored solution is the blooming flower.
You know a design is great when it becomes transparent to the user
When receiving feedback, don't look for praise, look for criticism
Team 7A: SmartSave
Introducing 'SmartSave' - Your Personal Money Magician! Putting an end to financial confusion and bringing you savings, seamlessly! Get your savings maximized effortlessly with SmartSave! Explore the best interest rates from top banks, transfer funds between accounts with ease, and even open a new account in seconds! Streamline your savings with SmartSave and sit back and watch them grow like never before!
With thorough ideation; resist the urge to rush into conceptualization. Recognize the ability to restart to create ground-breaking ideas.
Design is not just about how it looks or how it feels. Design is about how it works.
Making something visually stunning is very often the last stage of design
In design, understanding a user's problem is the seed, software is the fertile ground, and a tailored solution is the blooming flower.
You know a design is great when it becomes transparent to the user
When receiving feedback, don't look for praise, look for criticism
Team 7B: RateChaser
Our project aims to empower undergraduate students, aged 18-26, in maximizing their savings with ease and confidence. Through a cross-platform application, we present personalized recommendations and simplify the comparison of savings accounts through in-depth financial analysis. Our intuitive user interface streamlines comparing savings products across various banks, fostering financial literacy and providing a seamless journey towards optimizing their savings and future financial security.`
A good design is an all-encompassing iterative cycle.
The Design Project module has enabled me to experience interacting with industry partners to develop a solution prototype
I learned the importance of user-centric design, market research, and leveraging expert insights to optimize application usability.
Different views from others about the design and how to integrate the view to make a better product.
Did the prototyping for mobile version of the web application.
I helped with the research and design of the project, and with the development of the team’s website.
Team 7B: RateChaser
Our project aims to empower undergraduate students, aged 18-26, in maximizing their savings with ease and confidence. Through a cross-platform application, we present personalized recommendations and simplify the comparison of savings accounts through in-depth financial analysis. Our intuitive user interface streamlines comparing savings products across various banks, fostering financial literacy and providing a seamless journey towards optimizing their savings and future financial security.
A good design is an all-encompassing iterative cycle.
The Design Project module has enabled me to experience interacting with industry partners to develop a solution prototype
I learned the importance of user-centric design, market research, and leveraging expert insights to optimize application usability.
Different views from others about the design and how to integrate the view to make a better product.
Did the prototyping for mobile version of the web application.
I helped with the research and design of the project, and with the development of the team’s website.
Team 8A: Bridging the Digital Divide
This project aims to innovate a tool that enhances
engagement between 'Zoomies' and 'Roomies' in hybrid
learning spaces. By creatively merging features of
existing tools, our solution promotes interactive
collaboration, ensuring both virtual and physical
participants feel engaged and heard. It addresses issues
such as participation visibility, idea sharing, and
seamless coordination between the two groups. The
ultimate goal is to foster an engaging, inclusive hybrid
learning environment.
We learned that constraints can foster creativity and
encourage new ideas. Shifting focus from individuals to
ideas allowed us to explore diverse solutions.
Iterations were crucial in creating user-centered
designs. Crafting problem statements, learning from
mistakes, and visual communication led to successful
innovation. Hands-on prototyping proved more valuable
than theoretical discussions.
Be less curious about people and more curious
about ideas.
I learnt the importance of the iterations in
design thinking process to create user-centered
solutions.
I mastered crafting problem statements, learning
from my mistakes, and finally executing a
successful innovative design.
I learnt the importance of communicating ideas
visually instead to verbally to ensure the
message is better received.
I learned that more hands-on prototyping is more
beneficial than to theorize.
Even though it's tough, constraint can push us
to think differently and come up with new ideas.
Team 8A: Bridging the Digital Divide
This project aims to innovate a tool that enhances
engagement between 'Zoomies' and 'Roomies' in hybrid
learning spaces. By creatively merging features of
existing tools, our solution promotes interactive
collaboration, ensuring both virtual and physical
participants feel engaged and heard. It addresses issues
such as participation visibility, idea sharing, and
seamless coordination between the two groups. The
ultimate goal is to foster an engaging, inclusive hybrid
learning environment.
We learned that constraints can foster creativity and
encourage new ideas. Shifting focus from individuals to
ideas allowed us to explore diverse solutions.
Iterations were crucial in creating user-centered
designs. Crafting problem statements, learning from
mistakes, and visual communication led to successful
innovation. Hands-on prototyping proved more valuable
than theoretical discussions.
Be less curious about people and more curious
about ideas.
I learnt the importance of the iterations in
design thinking process to create user-centered
solutions.
I mastered crafting problem statements, learning
from my mistakes, and finally executing a
successful innovative design.
I learnt the importance of communicating ideas
visually instead to verbally to ensure the
message is better received.
I learned that more hands-on prototyping is more
beneficial than to theorize.
Even though it's tough, constraint can push us
to think differently and come up with new
ideas.
Team 8B: THE GOLDEN COMBINATION TO RUN EFFECTIVE HYBRID CLASSES
Having recently delivered hybrid training sessions, how
can we best keep zoomies (virtual participants) and
roomies (in-person participants) engaged and interactive
during the session? How can we get them working together
on tasks and activities? We experimented on current
tools and unified all of the most effective features
together, and it was proved to boost engagement and
interaction amongst participants. Check out our website
today to view the new standard for hybrid training
sessions!
Through challenges and triumphs, we have navigated the
complex world of hybrid learning; striving not for
perfection, but for progress. Together, we innovate for
a future where 'Roomies' and 'Zoomies' thrive as one.
In design and innovation, you can learn to
embrace creativity, adaptability, and
user-centricity, driving transformative
solutions and meaningful experiences.
Ideation allowed me to explore a multitude of
creative possibilities and generate innovative
solutions for our design project.
Learnt the process of identifying, pinpointing,
and understanding the needs of the user or
target audience.
Ideating phase is one of the most important
stage as we have to consider the multiple
constrains to find out the most suitable
solution for the scenario.
Developed a deep understanding of design
thinking by exploring ideation, fostering
creativity, and driving innovative solutions in
the design process.
Design is about creating and delivering values.
It’s simple but often made complicated.
Team 8B:THE GOLDEN COMBINATION TO RUN EFFECTIVE HYBRID CLASSES
Having recently delivered hybrid training sessions, how
can we best keep zoomies (virtual participants) and
roomies (in-person participants) engaged and interactive
during the session? How can we get them working together
on tasks and activities? We experimented on current
tools and unified all of the most effective features
together, and it was proved to boost engagement and
interaction amongst participants. Check out our website
today to view the new standard for hybrid training
sessions!
Through challenges and triumphs, we have navigated the
complex world of hybrid learning; striving not for
perfection, but for progress. Together, we innovate for
a future where 'Roomies' and 'Zoomies' thrive as one.
In design and innovation, you can learn to
embrace creativity, adaptability, and
user-centricity, driving transformative
solutions and meaningful experiences.
Ideation allowed me to explore a multitude of
creative possibilities and generate innovative
solutions for our design project.
Learnt the process of identifying, pinpointing,
and understanding the needs of the user or
target audience.
Ideating phase is one of the most important
stage as we have to considered the multiple
constrains to find out the most suitable
solution for the scenario.
Developed a deep understanding of design
thinking by exploring ideation, fostering
creativity, and driving innovative solutions in
the design process.
Design is about creating and delivering values. It’s simple but often made complicated.
Team 9A: Designing computing science activities using Curio platform
A quiz system using Curio robots allowing students to engage in an interactive learning experience regarding computing science. In a team of 3 students and a Curio robot, 2 teams compete in a battle activity. The 2 robots start at opposite ends of the playing area. Correct answers make the robot move towards the goal, while incorrect answers make it move backward. The team whose robot crosses the middle line or goes further from the starting point is the victor.
Developed a hands-on quiz battle system using the Curio platform for pre-university students to learn more and test their knowledge regarding computing science.
Found the use of different ideation processes interesting to go through as I’m more used to coming up with the final product from the start, and Curio development.
Learned effective design thinking and developing a hands-on quiz battle system using Curio.
Learned how to come up with interesting ideas using various prototyping techniques to solve Curio-related challenges.
Learned the importance of asking clients good questions in order to bridge the gap between mental models and what is actually required using Curio.
Learned how to see from the client's perspective in order to create an appropriate product by developing on Curio platform.
Learned the importance of establishing a common mental model within the team before tackling the problem at hand using Curio.
Team 9A: Designing computing science activities using Curio platform
A quiz system using Curio robots allowing students to engage in an interactive learning experience regarding computing science. In a team of 3 students and a Curio robot, 2 teams compete in a battle activity. The 2 robots start at opposite ends of the playing area. Correct answers make the robot move towards the goal, while incorrect answers make it move backward. The team whose robot crosses the middle line or goes further from the starting point is the victor.
Developed a hands-on quiz battle system using the Curio platform for pre-university students to learn more and test their knowledge regarding computing science.
Found the use of different ideation processes interesting to go through as I’m more used to coming up with the final product from the start, and Curio development.
Learned effective design thinking and developing a hands-on quiz battle system using Curio.
Learned how to come up with interesting ideas using various prototyping techniques to solve Curio-related challenges.
Learned the importance of asking clients good questions in order to bridge the gap between mental models and what is actually required using Curio.
Learned how to see from the client's perspective in order to create an appropriate product by developing on Curio platform.
Learned the importance of establishing a common mental model within the team before tackling the problem at hand using Curio.
Team 9B: CurioDraw: Unleashing Creativity with Curio and Robots
To create a unique educational experience, we strive to design a dynamic and captivating activity . Harnessing the Curio platform, an innovative web-based education tool, alongside with the robots, we aim to boost student engagement. Leveraging the robot's capability, we aim to spark the students’ creativity and problem-solving skills through interactive, hands-on approach. The incorporation of robots and Curio platform will allow students to collaborate and share their knowledge while fostering a fun and enjoyable learning experience.
Developed a hands-on quiz battle system using the Curio platform for pre-university students to learn more and test their knowledge regarding computing science.
I learnt that design thinking and prototypes are not just figma and wireframes. Constraints are very helpful at the initial planning stage and let designer know clearly what can't be done, so they can focus solely on what can be done with all remaining possibilities, to achieve what users want (but not know yet)
I learnt that for a design process to be successful, a lot of communication needs to be done daily so that the mental model of the stakeholder and team members are always aligned.
Prototype help to create a visualisation of a product to identify flaws. Creating new models or selecting the right models is the key to a successful product.
I learned the importance of communication between not only with the customers, but also with your teammates for every meetings conducted.
I learnt how to determine the most valued components of the prototypes to build a new prototype to meet the customers’ requirements.
I learnt through the mental model to make sure that the customers idea is align to ours to draft out a prototype which meets their needs.
Team 9B: CurioDraw: Unleashing Creativity with Curio and Robots
To create a unique educational experience, we strive to design a dynamic and captivating activity . Harnessing the Curio platform, an innovative web-based education tool, alongside with the robots, we aim to boost student engagement. Leveraging the robot's capability, we aim to spark the students’ creativity and problem-solving skills through interactive, hands-on approach. The incorporation of robots and Curio platform will allow students to collaborate and share their knowledge while fostering a fun and enjoyable learning experience.
Developed a hands-on quiz battle system using the Curio platform for pre-university students to learn more and test their knowledge regarding computing science.
I learnt that design thinking and prototypes are not just figma and wireframes. Constraints are very helpful at the initial planning stage and let designer know clearly what can't be done, so they can focus solely on what can be done with all remaining possibilities, to achieve what users want (but not know yet)
I learnt that for a design process to be successful, a lot of communication needs to be done daily so that the mental model of the stakeholder and team members are always aligned.
Prototype help to create a visualisation of a product to identify flaws. Creating new models or selecting the right models is the key to a successful product.
I learned the importance of communication between not only with the customers, but also with your teammates for every meetings conducted.
I learnt how to determine the most valued components of the prototypes to build a new prototype to meet the customers’ requirements.
I learnt through the mental model to make sure that the customers idea is align to ours to draft out a prototype which meets their needs.
Team 10A: CurioV2 - Tank Design
Improving the design of curio bot through vaious design thinking to improve the speed and design of the robot.
Through design and integrative thinking, we have leveraged the various robotics designs we prototyped and transformed the Curio robot, creating a more versatile and interactive learning experience that allows students to be equipped and inspired to tackle programming, AI and ML challenges.
Team 10A: CurioV2 - Tank Design
Improving the design of curio bot through vaious design thinking to improve the speed and design of the robot.
Through design and integrative thinking, we have leveraged the various robotics designs we prototyped and transformed the Curio robot, creating a more versatile and interactive learning experience that allows students to be equipped and inspired to tackle programming, AI and ML challenges.
Team 10B: Curiov2
A web-based, affordable educational platform designed to teach undergraduate students programming, particularly in web development, UI/UX design, and AI/ML through the Curio robot. While the platforms aims for low cost to be affordable by schools and students alike, it can be limiting at times and people regularly comment on the robot speed, or are confused by its design. Curiov2 aims to address these issues while also introducing sustainability to complement the affordability to enhance students learning.
Effective communication, trial & error are key for improving and continual learning.
Team 10B: Curiov2
A web-based, affordable educational platform designed to teach undergraduate students programming, particularly in web development, UI/UX design, and AI/ML through the Curio robot. While the platforms aims for low cost to be affordable by schools and students alike, it can be limiting at times and people regularly comment on the robot speed, or are confused by its design. Curiov2 aims to address these issues while also introducing sustainability to complement the affordability to enhance students learning.
Effective communication, trial & error are key for improving and continual learning.
Team 11: Project Nexus, Empowering 127 Computing Science Students to Share their OIP Journey
The "Project Nexus" project aims to enable the 127 amazing computing science students who participated in the Overseas Immersion Program (OIP) at the University of Glasgow to share their collective journey, experiences, and innovative solutions with the world in a unique and remarkable way. The project recognizes that the students' work during the OIP holds great value for future opportunities, but its impact will be maximized only when shared coherently and attractively.
As we gather to reflect on our incredible journey throughout the "Project Nexus" project, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of pride and accomplishment. Our initial task was no small feat - to help 127 computing science students share their amazing OIP experiences in a unique and remarkable way. Looking back, we are thrilled to say that we have not only achieved our objectives but also surpassed our own expectations.
Celebrating the journey - Growth, learning, and accomplishment define us.
Storytelling through design - Communicating our projects in captivating ways.
Innovating with purpose - Real-world challenges inspire groundbreaking solutions.
Managing and matching expectations and reality is crucial to project management.
Prototyping methods done iteratively and effectively is the best solution to a great design.
Seeking a thoroughly unique and differentiated product is as challenging as finding a purple cow in the field.
From Scotland to the world - Our work leaves a lasting impression globally.
Team 11: Project Nexus, Empowering 127 Computing Science Students to Share their OIP Journey
The "Project Nexus" project aims to enable the 127 amazing computing science students who participated in the Overseas Immersion Program (OIP) at the University of Glasgow to share their collective journey, experiences, and innovative solutions with the world in a unique and remarkable way. The project recognizes that the students' work during the OIP holds great value for future opportunities, but its impact will be maximized only when shared coherently and attractively.
As we gather to reflect on our incredible journey throughout the "Project Nexus" project, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of pride and accomplishment. Our initial task was no small feat - to help 127 computing science students share their amazing OIP experiences in a unique and remarkable way. Looking back, we are thrilled to say that we have not only achieved our objectives but also surpassed our own expectations.
Celebrating the journey - Growth, learning, and accomplishment define us.
Storytelling through design - Communicating our projects in captivating ways.
Innovating with purpose - Real-world challenges inspire groundbreaking solutions.
Managing and matching expectations and reality is crucial to project management.
Prototyping methods done iteratively and effectively is the best solution to a great design.
Seeking a thoroughly unique and differentiated product is as challenging as finding a purple cow in the field.
From Scotland to the world - Our work leaves a lasting impression globally.
Team 11: Project Nexus, Empowering 127 Computing Science Students to Share their OIP Journey
The "Project Nexus" project aims to enable the 127 amazing computing science students who participated in the Overseas Immersion Program (OIP) at the University of Glasgow to share their collective journey, experiences, and innovative solutions with the world in a unique and remarkable way. The project recognizes that the students' work during the OIP holds great value for future opportunities, but its impact will be maximized only when shared coherently and attractively.
As we gather to reflect on our incredible journey throughout the "Project Nexus" project, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of pride and accomplishment. Our initial task was no small feat - to help 127 computing science students share their amazing OIP experiences in a unique and remarkable way. Looking back, we are thrilled to say that we have not only achieved our objectives but also surpassed our own expectations.
Celebrating the journey - Growth, learning, and accomplishment define us.
Storytelling through design - Communicating our projects in captivating ways.
Innovating with purpose - Real-world challenges inspire groundbreaking solutions.
Managing and matching expectations and reality is crucial to project management.
Prototyping methods done iteratively and effectively is the best solution to a great design.
Seeking a thoroughly unique and differentiated product is as challenging as finding a purple cow in the field.
From Scotland to the world - Our work leaves a lasting impression globally.
Team 11: Project Nexus, Empowering 127 Computing Science Students to Share their OIP Journey
The "Project Nexus" project aims to enable the 127 amazing computing science students who participated in the Overseas Immersion Program (OIP) at the University of Glasgow to share their collective journey, experiences, and innovative solutions with the world in a unique and remarkable way. The project recognizes that the students' work during the OIP holds great value for future opportunities, but its impact will be maximized only when shared coherently and attractively.
As we gather to reflect on our incredible journey throughout the "Project Nexus" project, we can't help but feel an overwhelming sense of pride and accomplishment. Our initial task was no small feat - to help 127 computing science students share their amazing OIP experiences in a unique and remarkable way. Looking back, we are thrilled to say that we have not only achieved our objectives but also surpassed our own expectations.
Celebrating the journey - Growth, learning, and accomplishment define us.
Storytelling through design - Communicating our projects in captivating ways.
Innovating with purpose - Real-world challenges inspire groundbreaking solutions.
Managing and matching expectations and reality is crucial to project management.
Prototyping methods done iteratively and effectively is the best solution to a great design.
Seeking a thoroughly unique and differentiated product is as challenging as finding a purple cow in the field.
From Scotland to the world - Our work leaves a lasting impression globally.
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