Title: Start Here
Course: User Experience Design 1 (TEMPLATE) > Section: Competency Modules

Competency One:
Explore the six phases of the Goal-Directed Design process.

THE GOAL:

The goal of this module is for you to be able to explore the six phases of the goal-directed design process. Upon completion of this competency module you will be able to achieve the following learning objectives:

- Identify which of the six Goal-Directed design phases are being employed for a number of UXD scenarios.
- Research user-centered design models and current technology trends and explain why a user-centered design model is so crucial.
- Make use of design software (Sketch3, Photoshop, Illustrator) to design a reference chart that outlines the key components of the Goal-Directed Design process.

NEXT STEPS:

After reviewing the competency and learning objectives for this module, continue through this module by:

1. Reading the assigned reading material in the "Read it" section.
2. Complete your "Competency One Project".
3. Participate in the "Peer Review & Discussions" board during your project.