Kris pushed ahead with The Pizza Principle asking how we might use it to develop our PSA website:
Here’s the answer Kris received from her “prompt”
“Creating this interactive pizza concept on the PSA website will require collaboration between designers, developers, content creators, and UX specialists. The goal is to make the digital learning environment not only visually engaging but also educational and easy to navigate, offering users a holistic view of PSA’s approach to digital learning.”
To create the concept of a “pizza” where each slice represents a different element of a digital learning environment on the PSA website, you’ll need to consider several aspects, including design, technical implementation, and content integration. Here’s a breakdown of what PSA would need:
1. Conceptual Design
• Graphic Design: Collaborate with a graphic designer to create a high-quality, visually appealing representation of the pizza, with each slice labeled according to the DLE elements. This could be similar to the illustration created earlier, but tailored to match PSA’s branding and website style.
• Interactive Elements: Design the pizza in a way that each slice can be clicked or hovered over to reveal more information about that specific DLE element. This interaction can include pop-ups, animations, or transitions.
2. Technical Implementation
• Web Development: Engage a web developer or team who can implement the interactive design on the PSA website. This will likely involve:
• HTML/CSS/JavaScript: To create the structure, style, and interactivity of the pizza concept.
• SVG or Canvas Elements: For creating scalable, interactive graphics that look good on all devices.
• Responsive Design: Ensuring the pizza concept is fully responsive and works well on both desktop and mobile devices.
• Content Management System (CMS) Integration: If PSA uses a CMS like WordPress, ensure that the pizza concept is easily integrated, possibly as a custom plugin or embedded HTML/JS widget.
3. Content Creation
• Text and Media Content: Develop detailed content for each slice of the pizza, explaining the corresponding DLE element. This could include text, images, videos, and links to further resources.
• Tooltips/Pop-ups: Create concise, informative pop-ups or tooltips that appear when a user interacts with a slice, providing a brief overview before leading to more detailed content.
4. User Experience (UX) Design
• Navigation and Accessibility: Ensure that the interactive pizza is easy to navigate and accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This may involve adding keyboard navigation, alternative text for images, and ensuring compatibility with screen readers.
• Engagement Features: Consider features like progress tracking, where users can see which slices they’ve explored, or a summary view that ties all the slices together into a coherent whole.
5. Testing and Optimization
• Usability Testing: Conduct usability testing to ensure that the concept is intuitive and engaging for the target audience. Gather feedback to make any necessary adjustments.
• Performance Optimization: Ensure that the interactive pizza loads quickly and smoothly, even on mobile devices or slower internet connections.
6. Launch and Promotion
• Integration into the Website: Once developed and tested, integrate the pizza concept into a prominent section of the PSA website. It could be featured on the homepage, in a learning resources section, or within a specific campaign.
• Marketing and Communication: Promote the new interactive feature through PSA’s communication channels, including newsletters, social media, and partnerships.
7. Maintenance and Updates
• Ongoing Content Updates: As the field of digital learning evolves, be prepared to update the content associated with each slice of the pizza to reflect new research, tools, or educational strategies.
• Technical Maintenance: Regularly check the functionality and compatibility of the interactive feature with new web standards and devices.