Spring 2022

INF 385G Advanced Usability

Unique ID: 28194

   Tues

06:30 PM - 09:30 PM  UTA 1.212

DESCRIPTION

Designed to build upon the skills covered in Information Studies 385P. Individual project evaluating a Web site or other software user interface. Students devise a plan for testing, secure IRB approval to test human subjects, conduct study, analyze date, write a report, and present the results and conclusions.

COURSE NOTES

Advanced Usability is geared towards those interested in a career as a User Researcher. This course will cover generative and evaluative research methods as well as industry-focused topics. These topics will include when and how to mix research methods, how to apply Design Thinking and Participatory Design methods in business environments, and strategies to navigate organizations undergoing digital transformations. Students will be responsible for self-directed learning and demonstrating their understanding through a series of projects, including one for an industry stakeholder. Students will be expected to build a project plan that includes the research methods they deem best for achieving the project's objectives. Learning Objectives 1. A working knowledge of generative and evaluative research methods 2. Development of the skills to conduct UX Workshops 3. Application of learned skills on a real-world industry project Course Notes URL? Upload Previous Syllabus File? Upload Official Course Syllabus File? https://www.ischool.utexas.edu/sites/default/files/webform/syllabi/INF385G_Advanced%20Usability%20Syllabus_Spring22.pdf Syllabus URL? The results of this submission may be viewed at: https://www.ischool.utexas.edu/node/466/submission/1467

PREREQUISITES

Graduate standing and Information Studies 385P.

RESTRICTIONS

Restricted to graduate degree seekers in the School of Information during registration periods 1 and 2. Remaining seats will be made available to outside students on January 13th. In the meantime, interested non-iSchool students may request a seat reservation by completing this Registration Support Questionnaire.