The Ethics of Participatory Design, Graphic Design, and Its Effect on Consumer Behavior

Abstract

This study explores the effect of social development on graphic design practice and how interactive technologies present new challenges for designers. According to the Washington Post the average adult spends about 3½ hours a day using the Internet on their phones. This paper specifically looks at the ethical concerns and lack of transparency in the graphic design practice and user design on consumer online activity.

Presenters

Cheryl Luczak
Associate Professor, Marketing & Management, Saint Xavier University, Illinois, United States

Violet Luczak

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Design in Society

KEYWORDS

Participatory Design, Design Philosophy, Socially Conscious Design, Design-ism, Graphic Design