tut+5


 * Research the definition of 'bodystorming', and write a paragraph describing its characteristics.

__What is Bodystorming?__** Bodystorming is a technique used in interaction design or as a creativity technique werein a product is imagined doing a particular function in a particular environment. A location is selected that is identical or similar to the original environment. Innovation, carried out on-site, is based on ethnographical data presented as concrete design questions. Individual solutions to design questions are brainstormed and discussed on-site. Facets of data collection and preparation, formulation of design questions, selection of locations, session administration, and evaluation of design ideas are presented. Bodystorming permits immediate feedback for generated design ideas, and can provide a more accurate understanding of contextual factors. Bodystorming sessions are found to be memorable and inspiring. It is known to be the best suitable for designing for activities that are accessible and unfamiliar to the researchers. The idea behind bodystorming is to be intensely interactive, it is to be hands-on, some criticize it as though being designer driven not user-centred since designers test it out.
 * __The Process__**
 * __The critique__**

__**Part 1: Bodystorming Experiencing a Disability**__ The first participant for visual disability relied heavily on her other senses to map out her area. The participant also counted the steps to mentally map their location after crossing the street. She adapted that scale when approaching landscapes with elevations. She used multi sensory approaches such as sound and touch to detect her surroundings.

To simulate Attention Deficit Disorder, participant number two had to correctly reset a telephone number while solving math problems. The participant reported his frustration with accomplishing task which negatively impacted his self-esteem. Clear narration and guidance was needed to help the user.

Participant three simulated chronic disability. This was done by fastening each of his fingers with pens. Participant three reported constant fear of injury, this fear made him extremely apprehensive even in undemanding conditions. Also from expending more energy caused his body temperature to rise adding to his anxiety. Using accessible routes, tangible space, and tangible objects using safe material all helped user to rid himself of anxiety.