Design Theory Quiz

Which of the following theorists viewed design as a "science of the artificial?"

• a) Donald Schön

• b) Herbert Simon

• c) Nigel Cross

• d) Tim Brown

Donald Schön is best known for his work on:

• a) The sciences of the artificial

• b) Design as a science

• c) Tacit knowledge and reflection-in-action

• d) Choice architecture

Nigel Cross advocated for the recognition of design thinking as:

• a) A subset of engineering

• b) A marketing strategy

• c) A valid academic discipline

• d) An artistic expression

Chapter 2 touches on ethics of design and indicates design can have what kind of role?

• a) A strictly positive role

• b) A strictly negative role

• c) A morally ambivalent role

• d) A purely aesthetic role

The source text mentions which concept as a design activity that frames choices to influence decision-making?

• a) Reflection-in-action

• b) Science of the artificial

• c) Choice architecture

• d) Wicked problems

Chapter 2 draws on examples from the Judeo-Christian tradition such as what to explore historical reservations about the development of the arts?

• a) Garden of Eden

• b) Tower of Babel

• c) Noah's Ark

• d) Ten Commandments

Which of the following words did Xenophon use to describe someone who should take advantage of their enemies?

• a) Kind

• b) Fair

• c) Honest

• d) Wily

According to the source text, what is choice architecture premised on?

• a) Humans always make rational choices

• b) Human beings are fundamentally irrational

• c) People should be aware they are being nudged in certain directions

• d) Decisions should be influenced in a way that is intrusive

According to the source text, what does Simon view design as a process of?

• a) Creating aesthetic appeal

• b) Imposing ends on nature

• c) Changing existing situations into preferred ones

• d) Following predetermined procedures

Chapter 2 raises concerns about which potential "dark side" of design?

• a) Association with philanthropy

• b) Promoting collaboration and teamwork

• c) Association with cunning and deception

• d) Encouraging ethical consumerism