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Advanced Usability and Accessibility Practices

Advanced Usability and Accessibility Practices

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Conduct usability reviews using various techniques, such as heuristic evaluations and cognitive walkthroughs.

  • Design, administer, and analyze user surveys to gather meaningful user feedback.

  • Select appropriate usability testing methods and understand the roles and responsibilities of team members.

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12 assignments

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This course is part of the ISTQB Usability Tester Certification Preparation Specialization
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There are 3 modules in this course

Course Description:

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of usability testing, a critical aspect of software development focused on ensuring that products meet user needs effectively and efficiently. It delves into advanced usability practices, including usability reviews, user surveys, and standardized questionnaires, which are essential for enhancing user experience. The course also provides in-depth insights into selecting appropriate methods and understanding the roles and responsibilities of various team members involved in usability testing. Through theoretical knowledge and practical examples, learners will develop advanced skills to conduct thorough usability evaluations and implement effective accessibility practices, thereby improving the overall quality and user satisfaction of software products. Learning Objectives: 1. Conduct usability reviews using various techniques, such as heuristic evaluations and cognitive walkthroughs. 2. Design, administer, and analyze user surveys to gather meaningful user feedback. 3. Select appropriate usability testing methods and understand the roles and responsibilities of team members. 4. Apply advanced collaboration techniques to enhance team effectiveness in usability testing. Target Audience: This course is designed for software testers, usability analysts, UX designers, product managers, developers, and professionals involved in software development who seek to deepen their understanding of advanced usability and accessibility practices. It is suitable for individuals looking to enhance their expertise in usability testing methodologies and collaborative practices. Disclaimer: This course is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with ISTQB or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. This course is not an official preparation material of ISTQB. All trademarks, service marks, and company names mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.

This module introduces learners to the various approaches to usability reviews, including heuristic evaluation, cognitive walkthrough, and expert review. Learners will learn how to plan, conduct, and document usability reviews, with a focus on real-world case studies and best practices.

What's included

13 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

13 videos•Total 53 minutes
  • Meet your Instructor•1 minute
  • Introduction and Approach : Overview•1 minute
  • Overview of Usability Reviews•4 minutes
  • Approaches to Usability Reviews•5 minutes
  • Case Studies•4 minutes
  • Types of Usability Review : Overview•1 minute
  • Heuristic Evaluation•7 minutes
  • Cognitive Walkthrough•6 minutes
  • Expert Review•6 minutes
  • Conducting Usability Reviews: Overview•1 minute
  • Planning Usability Reviews•6 minutes
  • Review Techniques•6 minutes
  • Documenting Findings•7 minutes
4 readings•Total 105 minutes
  • Syllabus•15 minutes
  • Read More About Introduction and Approach •30 minutes
  • Read More About Types of Usability Review•30 minutes
  • Read More About Conducting Usability Reviews•30 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction and Approach•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Types of Usability Review•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Conducting Usability Reviews•15 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Usability Reviews•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
  • Meet and Greet•10 minutes
1 plugin•Total 5 minutes
  • Quick Course Check-In•5 minutes

This module focuses on the design and implementation of user surveys, including the use of standardized questionnaires. Learners will explore survey design principles, methods for administering surveys, and techniques for analyzing survey results. The module equips learners with the skills needed to gather and interpret user feedback effectively.

What's included

11 videos3 readings4 assignments

11 videos•Total 51 minutes
  • Introduction to user surveys : Overview•1 minute
  • Basics of User Surveys•5 minutes
  • Survey Design Principles•5 minutes
  • Types of Surveys•5 minutes
  • Step-By-Step Approach to User Surveys: Overview•1 minute
  • Planning and Designing Surveys•6 minutes
  • Administering Surveys•6 minutes
  • Analyzing Survey Results•6 minutes
  • Introduction to Standardized Questionnaires•5 minutes
  • Using Standardized Questionnaires•5 minutes
  • Interpreting Questionnaire Results•5 minutes
3 readings•Total 90 minutes
  • Read More About Introduction to User Surveys•30 minutes
  • Read More About Step-By-Step Approach to User Surveys•30 minutes
  • Read More About Standardized Questionnaires•30 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Introduction to user surveys•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Step-By-Step Approach to User Surveys•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Standardized Questionnaires•15 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: User Surveys•60 minutes

This module covers the selection of appropriate usability testing methods and the roles and responsibilities within a usability testing team. Learners will learn how to choose the right methods for different testing scenarios, understand the roles of team members, and foster effective collaboration to ensure successful usability testing outcomes.

What's included

13 videos3 readings4 assignments

13 videos•Total 66 minutes
  • Selecting Appropriate Methods : Overview•1 minute
  • Criteria for Method Selection•6 minutes
  • Comparing Methods•7 minutes
  • Case Studies in Method Selection•6 minutes
  • Summary of Roles and Responsibilities : Overview•1 minute
  • Role of Usability Tester•8 minutes
  • Responsibilities of the Moderator•7 minutes
  • Note-Taker's Role•7 minutes
  • Effective Collaboration in Usability Testing : Overview•1 minute
  • Team Collaboration Techniques•6 minutes
  • Communication Among Team Members•8 minutes
  • Handling Conflicts•7 minutes
  • Course Closure - Gratitude !•1 minute
3 readings•Total 90 minutes
  • Read More About Selecting Appropriate Methods•30 minutes
  • Read More About Summary of Roles and Responsibilities•30 minutes
  • Read More About Effective Collaboration in Usability Testing •30 minutes
4 assignments•Total 105 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Selecting Appropriate Methods•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Summary of Roles and Responsibilities•15 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Effective Collaboration in Usability Testing•15 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Selecting Appropriate Methods and Roles•60 minutes

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