Project Overview
Project Duration: May 1 - 5, 2023
Designed in: Figma Client: ConnectED (Product remains in Development Stages) The Product
ConnectED is a blended learning platform offering an innovative, comprehensive, and cost-effective solution to bridge the education gap in Africa. The Problem
Many students in Africa lack access to a high quality education. ConnectED was looking for knowledge on how to design a remote learning platform that will be useful for both teachers and students. The Goal
Design the user experience for key user dashboards that are accessible, data-driven, and personalized. |
My Role
User Experience Designer for key dashboards in collaboration with UI designer. |
My Responsibilities
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Scope & Constraints
Scope UX Consult - Key features for Dashboards
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Time 5 Days to complete
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Financial Limited budget of $200 for wireframes & feedback
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UX Research
First, I conducted a competitive audit and compiled collection of successful e-learning platform screens, noting key features to include for maximal student success. A couple examples of the platforms and features can be seen below.
Aleks.com
Highly data driven remote learning platform for mathematics
Highly data driven remote learning platform for mathematics
Google Classroom
Less data-focused, more simple remote learning platform
Less data-focused, more simple remote learning platform
Wireframes
Next, I created wireframes of the teacher & student dashboards, noting the key features that should be included, such class name and a visual representation of how many students are passing and failing the class
Teacher Dashboard - Courses Overview
For the student dashboard, it is important that the students can quickly see which assignments are due & have a visual representation of their grade, so that they can quickly notice if their grade drops. The color coding, highlights whether or not a student is passing or on the brink of failing, allowing user to quickly understand their status.
Student Dashboard - Courses Overview
Next, I created wireframes for the class view from both the student and teacher perspectives.
Individual Class: Student View Key features to access at a glance:
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Outcomes, Next Steps & Takeaways
Deliverables
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Competitive Analysis insights shared with client
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Next Steps
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Given more time and financial resources, I would have liked to:
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Takeaways
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I gained a better understanding of the primary needs and expectations of both teachers and students in a remote learning environment.
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