Ethics, Accessibility, and Professional Practice
Designing responsibly
Ethical design matters
Graphic designers influence how people understand information, products, and brands. That means designers should work honestly, avoid misleading visuals, and respect the people who will use the design.
Professional responsibilities
Accessibility basics
Accessible design often includes strong contrast, readable text sizes, clear labels, simple navigation, and alternative ways to communicate information. These choices help more people use the design successfully.
Avoid stereotypes
Do not use imagery or language that unfairly stereotypes people. Inclusive design respects different cultures, abilities, ages, and backgrounds.
Accessible vs inaccessible choices
Accessible
- Clear text contrast
- Labels and icons together
Inaccessible
- Low contrast text
- Meaning shown by color alone
Which choice supports accessibility?
Strong contrast improves readability for many users.
Correct answer: Strong contrast between text and background
What does inclusive design try to do?
Inclusive design considers different abilities, backgrounds, and needs.
Correct answer: It tries to work well for a wide range of people.
Why is copyright important in graphic design?
Copyright governs how creative content can be used and shared.
Correct answer: It helps you use content legally