Design Overview
When a new project is started, you will need to work with the subject matter expert (SME) to create an overall design for the book. Generally, a temporary page is added in the Pressbook in the front matter to highlight the textbox options and where they will be used, and if and how icons will be added. Any requests for custom design elements will also be added here. This makes it easy to revisit the design and ensure consistency throughout the book. The following sections will assist in the development of the overall design.
- ODS Design Standards
- Preferred Fonts (determined by Theme)
- Colour Palettes (SME chooses)
- Textboxes
- Custom Designs including Box Charts
Design Considerations
- Content structure – See Development Plan
- Pedagogical elements for chapters.
- Which citation style will you use?
- How do you want to handle key terms?
- What colour scheme do you want to use in your book?
- How do you want to use text boxes?
- Do you want to include any media in your book?
- Do you want to include any H5P interactives in your book?
- Do you want any ancillary resources included?
