Full course description
This course introduces designers to concepts related to standards of practice, including ethics, accessibility, and diversity and inclusion. Because design is often intertwined with the culture, brand, and vision of an organization, designers play a key role in promoting ethical and inclusive business practices. This course equips designers with the foundational knowledge necessary to make a positive impact in their organizations and their work. Through a series of interactive exercises and case studies, designers can test their knowledge and apply what they're learning to real-world scenarios.
Learning Outcomes
Describe the standards of professional practice for designers
Define key terms related to ethics, accessibility, and diversity and inclusion
Recall common ethical frameworks
Identify warning signs of ethical problems
Name common characteristics of ethical leadership
Describe key goals of accessibility
Identify principles of accessible design
Apply accessibility principles to design concepts
Describe the relationship between accessibility and inclusive design
Determine best practices for promoting inclusivity in the workplace
Define unconscious bias
Credits
4 ATD CI Credits
0.40 IACET CEU Credits