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Introduction to UX Research (edX)

Introduction to UX Research (edX)

Learn about UX research and how professionals in the field conduct research to better understand user needs. This UX course provides an introduction to the field of UX research. Learners will gain an understanding of what is involved in UX research, including conducting interviews, evaluating systems, and analyzing systems using principles of good design.

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What you'll learn:

  • Learn about user experience research (UX research) and the professionals who conduct this type of work
  • Skills needed for UX research
  • Understand how UX researchers discover and assess user needs
  • Understand how to assess product user experience
Note: This course is currently not available.

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