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Introduction to UX and Accessible Design

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Brief Introduction

Explore the world of user interfaces and accessible design, and discover how you can start a career as a UX designer.

Course Summary

This course provides an introduction to UX and accessible design, teaching students how to create digital products that are easy to use and accessible to all users. Students will learn the basics of design thinking and user research, as well as how to implement accessibility best practices in their designs.

Key Learning Points

Learn the principles of user-centered design and design thinking
Understand the importance of accessibility in digital design
Discover techniques for conducting user research and testing
Explore tools and techniques for prototyping and wireframing
Develop skills for creating accessible designs for users with disabilities

Learning Outcomes

Understand the principles of UX and accessible design
Develop skills for conducting user research and testing
Create accessible designs for users with disabilities

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic design skills
Familiarity with design software

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

Online
Self-paced
Interactive

Similar Courses

User Experience (UX) Design Fundamentals
Accessible Design
Designing for Accessibility

Related Education Paths

Notable People in This Field

Jared Spool
Whitney Quesenbery

Related Books

Requirements

This course is aimed at early-career creative technologists, established technologists looking to extend their skills, as well as professionals from wider fields looking to understand more about accessible design, and the importance and opportunities that user interfaces and creative technologies present. You might also be interested in the other courses in the from UAL Creative Computing Institute, Lancaster University and the Institute of Coding.

Outline

Inclusive interfaces Welcome to the course What is it like to be a user? Designing for accessibility Designing interfaces for accessibility What impact can accessible interfaces have? Summary Applying accessibility Welcome back Accessible websites The accessible design cycle Facing the future: careers in this area Summary

Summary of User Reviews

This course on Introduction to UX and Accessible Design has received positive reviews from users. Many users appreciated the practical nature of the course, which made it easy to learn and apply concepts. Overall, users found the course to be informative and engaging.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course's practical approach to teaching UX and accessible design concepts was well-received by many users.

Pros from User Reviews

The course is very informative and covers a wide range of topics.
The instructors are knowledgeable and engaging, making the course enjoyable to follow.
The course is well-structured and easy to follow, with clear explanations and examples.
The course provides practical exercises and assignments that help reinforce the concepts taught.
The course is suitable for both beginners and experienced designers looking to expand their knowledge.

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course to be too basic and would have preferred more advanced topics.
The course does not provide enough hands-on experience or real-world case studies.
Some users found the course to be too focused on theory and not enough on practical applications.
The course may not be suitable for people with visual or hearing impairments, as some of the course content is not fully accessible.
Some users found the course to be too short and would have preferred more in-depth coverage of the topics.

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