<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Meloy Portfolio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meloy Portfolio]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 18:02:40 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why UX is the Secret Ingredient for Effective Microlearning in EdTech]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/why-ux-is-the-secret-ingredient-for-effective-microlearning-in-edtech</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68759471e7aaf23c1035baad</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:44:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_736c57426a544768524551~mv2_d_5184_3888_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Duolingo Users Are Shaping the Future of Personalized Learning]]></title><description><![CDATA[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...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/how-duolingo-users-are-shaping-the-future-of-personalized-learning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686343663b70d6e1975b0fe9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 02:24:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_a250e8e3c5d8463cb5dfa92c6e9a9af5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Scaffolding Learning with UX Research]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/building-bridges-not-barriers-scaffolding-learning-with-ux-research</link><guid isPermaLink="false">685d8d6ab504ca89701a67b5</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:18:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_1057fb61c2bc497991611716b427d121~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Buzzwords: My Journey to Impactful EdTech UX Research]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/beyond-the-buzzwords-my-journey-to-impactful-edtech-ux-research</link><guid isPermaLink="false">685b66b77d12e91fd9b63d35</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 03:04:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_8c49197c470d4baeb7838d9868f1036c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Board: How Gynzy is Powering Interactive Teaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[We’re kicking off our EdTech app spotlight series this week, and first up is Gynzy ( www.gynzy.com ) —an interactive teacher whiteboard...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/beyond-the-board-how-gynzy-is-powering-interactive-teaching</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6838c3876be3ccb4d3fcd86f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2025 20:46:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_735b453780bf4ba1ac5216155d3b8fd6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_945,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Importance of Teacher Feedback in EdTech Product Development]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the primary users of these tools in the classroom, teachers offer invaluable insights that can make or break a product.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/the-importance-of-teacher-feedback-in-edtech-product-development</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a241095cfe37560ec9b5ab</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:41:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_5546473034673433687173~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reimagining Gamification in K-12 EdTech]]></title><description><![CDATA[Child playing on Nintendo Switch wearing a t-shirt with a retro Nintendo controller graphic. When we think of gamification in education,...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/reimagining-gamification-in-k-12-edtech</link><guid isPermaLink="false">679902749981b29b293ba594</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:18:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_f0fc8ec296134794b8388b321714a372~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AI and the Future of Education]]></title><description><![CDATA[The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into education is not merely a trend; it’s a seismic shift that demands our attention.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/ai-and-the-future-of-education</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6705c447a120d63de44a3b5f</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 23:52:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_c0974679403d4d5992a6688768efbb17~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beyond the Buzzword: Ethical Considerations of AI-Driven Research: Bias in AI algorithms]]></title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/research-bias-in-ai-algorithms</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66f437a4d28ac552a49d21be</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:32:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_a196725616aa4bdabad8fb0b2f940055~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Role of UX Research in EdTech ]]></title><description><![CDATA[User-centric design in EdTech is so essential for students, teachers, and administrators. ]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/role-of-ux-research-in-edtech</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66ea0be191c0fcff4fcad7a5</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:24:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_54838d5e025d42c3a2b5a7feab5276a9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Empathy in UX: Understanding the Neurodiverse Experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Introduction In today's world, where technology plays an increasingly significant role in our daily lives, it's crucial to ensure that...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/empathy-in-ux-understanding-the-neurodiverse-experience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66cf562962bc7ceb362b925f</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_ed60c93251d646fa8d47628e1834ee73~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Designing EdTech with Neurodivergence in Mind: A Must for Inclusive Learning]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today's digital age, educational technology (ed-tech) plays a pivotal role in shaping the learning experiences of millions of...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/designing-edtech-with-neurodivergence-in-mind-a-must-for-inclusive-learning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66cc936be0ac9cde59d6c5df</guid><category><![CDATA[Articles]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:19:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_44003cd9a0cf48b08035135d0a003fb0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotify Podcasts: High Fidelity Mockups and Putting it All Together]]></title><description><![CDATA[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...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/spotify-podcasts-high-fidelity-mockups-and-putting-it-all-together</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6ed9cbbf58f28c8a6d48</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_b4eabf689a04491b8772725e5df76c08~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotify- Creating Diverse Wireframes]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week we moved towards determining our problem statement(s) and then creating wireframes that would attempt to solve the problems. ]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/spotify-creating-diverse-wireframes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6e561a29b9c0654ec28b</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jul 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_2017a402ee6345fd93d30404923de38b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotify- User Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[In our redesign of Spotify podcasts, we evaluated the customer journeys, including the happy journey plus alternate/error paths.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/spotify-user-journey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6dc8ec55dbbe5208b288</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_16fc32154b9e486790e4e78091e21451~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spotify- a heuristic overview]]></title><description><![CDATA[I began with a team at Clicked.com (a wonderful new UX community, currently in beta testing) to conduct a redesign for Spotify podcasting.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/spotify-a-heuristic-overview</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6ce83c0c225b59356020</guid><category><![CDATA[Case Studies]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_298b083d3329480f9aeb3b0263956edd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wonderlust- Your Digital Tour Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[ Learn the problem, explore the solutions. Perhaps the initial, apparent solution is not going to be the right one. ]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/wonderlust-your-digital-tour-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6c225b6e4399cff95415</guid><category><![CDATA[Design Challenge]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_f0431e134725491d9c47cc55896633b8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in AI Hackathon- Bringing Solutions to Real World Problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[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...]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/women-in-ai-hackathon-bringing-solutions-to-real-world-problems</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6adf248ff693b196bb1e</guid><category><![CDATA[Hackathons]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_e2df3b9d8ec447e1908b4e2aea76a376~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pawtners- Find your Next Four-Legged Friend]]></title><description><![CDATA[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]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/pawtners-find-your-next-four-legged-friend</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df6a357e64a5f831b4cc33</guid><category><![CDATA[Design Challenge]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_18a3bb18298e427db7c9cccd56f3d400~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_243,h_237,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[CLASSmind- Focus on Student Relationships from Day One]]></title><description><![CDATA[ Connecting with my students early was always a priority.]]></description><link>https://meloycreative.wixstudio.com/meloyportfolio/post/classmind-focus-on-student-relationships-from-day-one</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66df50a769e5de35cf8a1639</guid><category><![CDATA[Design Challenge]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 16 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/19e4c6_9f3504801a55475b9c04eb428e8b2c35~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tammie Meloy</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>