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There are 5 modules in this course
In this course, you will apply visual design principles to create high-fidelity mockups, considering platform-specific design patterns and best practices, while incorporating user feedback from usability testing.
This module will equip learners with the skills to create polished, user-friendly mockups that adhere to platform-specific best practices and incorporate valuable user feedback.
What's included
8 videos8 readings5 assignments
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8 videos•Total 39 minutes
Introduction to Applying UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration•2 minutes
Bringing mockups to life: Using visual design principles•6 minutes
Crafting high-fidelity mockups in Figma•4 minutes
Conquering challenges in high-fidelity mockups•6 minutes
Incorporating user feedback into mockups•6 minutes
Mobile vs. web design: A user's journey•4 minutes
Mobile vs. web design: A case study•7 minutes
Visual design, high-fidelity mockups, and platform considerations wrap up•3 minutes
8 readings•Total 70 minutes
Applying UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration syllabus•5 minutes
UX Glossary•5 minutes
Principles of visual design every UX designer should know•10 minutes
Examples of the good and bad•10 minutes
Usability testing for UX designers•10 minutes
Material Design guidelines•10 minutes
Human interface guidelines•10 minutes
Fluent 2 Design system•10 minutes
5 assignments•Total 195 minutes
Visual design, high-fidelity mockups, and platform considerations•30 minutes
The power of visual design•15 minutes
Crafting high-fidelity mockups•15 minutes
Platform-specific design patterns and best practices•15 minutes
Project: High-fidelity mocks for the grocery shopping app•120 minutes
Accessibility and inclusive design
Module 2•3 hours to complete
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This module will equip learners with the knowledge and skills to create inclusive design solutions that cater to a diverse range of users. The focus will be on understanding accessibility best practices and WCAG guidelines.
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7 videos4 readings6 assignments
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7 videos•Total 31 minutes
Module introduction: Accessibility and inclusive design•2 minutes
The business case for inclusive design•6 minutes
A day in the life of a user with visual impairments•4 minutes
Ensuring readability: Using a color contrast checker tool•4 minutes
WCAG success criteria for beginners•6 minutes
Practical application of WCAG•6 minutes
Accessibility and inclusive design wrap up•3 minutes
4 readings•Total 40 minutes
What is inclusive design?•10 minutes
Exploring inclusive design through real-world examples•10 minutes
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) overview•10 minutes
WCAG 2.2 at a glance•10 minutes
6 assignments•Total 115 minutes
Accessibility and inclusive design•30 minutes
Introduction to inclusive design•15 minutes
Activity: A case study of inclusive design•20 minutes
Understanding accessibility needs•15 minutes
Activity: WCAG challenge•20 minutes
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)•15 minutes
AI for UX design
Module 3•3 hours to complete
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This module will explore the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in streamlining the UX design workflow and enhancing efficiency.
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4 videos1 reading3 assignments
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4 videos•Total 15 minutes
Module introduction: AI for UX design•3 minutes
The future of UX design with AI•3 minutes
Beyond automation: The art and science of AI in UX design•6 minutes
AI for UX design wrap up•3 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
The ethics of AI in UX design•10 minutes
3 assignments•Total 165 minutes
AI for UX design•30 minutes
The impact of AI on the UX workflow•15 minutes
Project: Revolutionize your grocery shopping app with AI and user research•120 minutes
Collaborative design and communication
Module 4•4 hours to complete
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This module focuses on the crucial aspects of working within a team and effectively communicating your design ideas. By the end, you'll be able to collaborate seamlessly, incorporate feedback, and showcase your work through a compelling portfolio.
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11 videos5 readings5 assignments
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11 videos•Total 59 minutes
Module introduction: Collaborative design and communication•4 minutes
The power of collaboration in UX design•6 minutes
Collaboration tools for UX designers•5 minutes
Design storytelling: Captivating your audience•3 minutes
Conflicting or ambiguous direction•6 minutes
Navigating stakeholder and client conversations with key messaging•6 minutes
The importance of feedback in UX design•6 minutes
Case study: Using feedback for a successful design outcome•7 minutes
Turning setbacks into stepping stones•6 minutes
Feedback as a catalyst for growth•7 minutes
Collaborative design and communication wrap up•3 minutes
5 readings•Total 50 minutes
Building a high-performing UX team•10 minutes
Crafting a compelling UX design presentation•10 minutes
The art of giving and receiving feedback•10 minutes
Preparing for the exam•10 minutes
Which study techniques and strategies were the most helpful?•10 minutes
5 assignments•Total 105 minutes
Collaborative design and communication•30 minutes
Building effective teams•15 minutes
The art of communication•15 minutes
Feedback in UX design•15 minutes
Project: Opportunities for collaboration•30 minutes
Portfolio presentation and job resources
Module 5•5 hours to complete
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This module equips learners with the skills to curate a compelling UX design portfolio and navigate the job search process effectively.
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9 videos5 readings6 assignments
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9 videos•Total 46 minutes
Module introduction: Portfolio presentation and job resources•3 minutes
UX designer portfolio myths debunked•6 minutes
Using PowerPoint to showcase design•5 minutes
Secrets of a winning design portfolio•5 minutes
Crafting a great UX design resume•6 minutes
Succeeding in the UX interview•6 minutes
Networking for UX designers: Strategies and tips•6 minutes
Portfolio presentation and job resources wrap up•2 minutes
Applying UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration summary•6 minutes
5 readings•Total 50 minutes
Showcase process, not just pixels•10 minutes
Portfolio content ideas•10 minutes
Building a user-centered design portfolio•10 minutes
Ultimate guide to UX design jobs and salaries•10 minutes
Staying relevant: Resources for UX professionals•10 minutes
6 assignments•Total 210 minutes
Portfolio presentation and job resources•30 minutes
The power of the portfolio•15 minutes
Crafting your design story•15 minutes
Landing your dream job•15 minutes
Building a sustainable career•15 minutes
Project: Curate your UX design portfolio•120 minutes
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