User Experience Research and Design Specialization

A comprehensive beginner-friendly program that provides practical insights into UX research and design, perfect for those starting a career in user experience.

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access	Lifetime
level	Beginner
certificate	Certificate of completion
language	English

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What you will learn in User Experience Research and Design Specialization

Understand the basics of UX design and UX research.
Use appropriate UX research approaches to inform design decisions.

Design a complete product, taking it from an initial concept to an interactive prototype.
Apply user-centered design principles to create effective and engaging user experiences.

Program Overview

Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes
⏳ 11 hours

Gain an understanding of the fields of UX design and UX research. Learn design principles and best practices based on human capabilities and behavior. Incorporate a user-centered focus into the design process

Understanding User Needs
⏳ 10 hours

Learn about user needs assessments and qualitative research. Explore methodologies for qualitative research, including semi-structured interviews, in-situ observation, and affinity walls.

Evaluating Designs with Users
⏳ 8 hours

Identify different approaches to user testing and their appropriate use. Design and run user tests effectively. Analyze and report on user testing results.

UX Design: From Concept to Prototype
⏳ 15 hours

Define and scope design problems. Create user stories and storyboards to transform information about user needs into design concepts. Develop prototypes from elements of interactions and low-to-high fidelity mockups.

UX Research at Scale: Surveys, Analytics, Online Testing
⏳ 18 hours

Understand survey methodology from the UX perspective. Learn techniques for gaining UX insights from large numbers of users, including web analytics, A/B testing, and remote unmoderated studies.

UX (User Experience) Capstone
⏳ 20 hours

Conduct a multi-stage user experience project to design a product from scratch. Employ interviews, inspection methods, and user testing, along with ideation, design, and prototyping methods to gain and communicate valuable insights.

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Job Outlook

Completing this specialization prepares you for roles such as UX Designer, UX Researcher, or Interaction Designer.
The skills acquired are applicable across various industries that utilize user-centered design practices.
Enhance your employability by gaining practical experience in UX research and design.

9.7Expert Score

Highly Recommended

The "User Experience Research and Design Specialization" offers a comprehensive and practical approach to mastering UX research and design. It's ideal for beginners aiming to enter the field of user experience.

Value

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9.2

Skills

9.6

Information

9.7

PROS

No prior experience required, making it accessible to beginners.
Self-paced learning with a flexible schedule.
Taught by experienced instructors from the University of Michigan.
Provides a holistic view of UX research and design, encompassing technical and practical perspectives.

CONS

Requires consistent time commitment to complete all courses within the recommended timeframe.
May require supplementary resources for those seeking in-depth technical skills beyond the scope of the specialization.