The EdTech landscape is evolving rapidly, and microlearning has become one of the most compelling solutions for modern education challenges. But here's what many organizations miss: the difference between successful microlearning and forgettable content often comes down to one critical factor: user experience design. The companies that get this right aren't just delivering shorter content; they're creating experiences that learners actually want to return to.

Today in our EdTech Product Highlight, we're going to take on one of the hottest (hootest?) apps in the industry. Duolingo stands as a...

As a UX Research Specialist with a deep background in K-12 education, I've spent years observing how people interact with learning tools. Whether it was a student grappling with a new reading concept or an adult navigating complex software, a common thread emerged: the best tools don't just present information; they guide, support, and adapt to the user's evolving needs.

For years, my professional journey has been driven by a singular mission: to ensure technology genuinely serves the people it's designed for. This mission recently led me to undertake a significant brand refresh – not just of my portfolio, but of how I articulate my unique value as a UX Researcher, especially within the EdTech space.

We’re kicking off our EdTech app spotlight series this week, and first up is Gynzy ( www.gynzy.com ) —an interactive teacher whiteboard...

As the primary users of these tools in the classroom, teachers offer invaluable insights that can make or break a product.

Child playing on Nintendo Switch wearing a t-shirt with a retro Nintendo controller graphic. When we think of gamification in education,...

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into education is not merely a trend; it’s a seismic shift that demands our attention.

AI can be a fantastic tool for analyzing this data, but it's not a magic crystal ball. AI can inherit biases from the data it's trained on.

User-centric design in EdTech is so essential for students, teachers, and administrators.

Introduction In today's world, where technology plays an increasingly significant role in our daily lives, it's crucial to ensure that...

In today's digital age, educational technology (ed-tech) plays a pivotal role in shaping the learning experiences of millions of...

I have a confession to make. I was in the car driving yesterday when the question hit me: My brain: What day is it today? Me: Tuesday My...

This week we moved towards determining our problem statement(s) and then creating wireframes that would attempt to solve the problems.

In our redesign of Spotify podcasts, we evaluated the customer journeys, including the happy journey plus alternate/error paths.

I began with a team at Clicked.com (a wonderful new UX community, currently in beta testing) to conduct a redesign for Spotify podcasting.

Learn the problem, explore the solutions. Perhaps the initial, apparent solution is not going to be the right one.

This weekend I was able to participate in my second hackathon, this time with Women in AI . " Women in AI (WAI) is a nonprofit do-tank...

This week’s design challenge was to design an app to connect those looking to adopt a pet with shelters and rescue organizations in their ar

Connecting with my students early was always a priority.