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    Master usability testing for improving user experiences. Learn to conduct tests, analyze results, and enhance product usability.

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    • L

      L&T EduTech

      CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Automation, Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Internet Of Things, Electronics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electric Power Systems, Health Technology, Engineering, Electronic Components, Hydraulics, Computer Programming Tools, Real Time Data

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Measurement Systems Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Process Capability, Statistical Analysis, Systems Analysis, Data Analysis, Run Chart, Box Plots, Systems Of Measurement, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Scatter Plots, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Data Migration, Software Development Life Cycle, Governance, Change Management, Software Testing, Project Management, Risk Management, Data Integrity, Compliance Auditing, Auditing, Project Management Office (PMO), Agile Methodology, Internal Controls, Performance Review, Feasibility Studies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, User Flows, Usability, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, User Research, Conceptual Design, Persona Development, Mockups, Ideation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Code Review, Software Testing, Debugging, Python Programming, Version Control

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero

      Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Selenium (Software), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Apache Maven, Performance Testing, Version Control, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Test Data, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Test Case, Unit Testing, Javascript and jQuery, Software Testing, Test Execution Engine, Regression Testing

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      Scrimba

      Build Websites with Figma, HTML, and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Figma (Design Software), Front-End Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Web Design and Development, Mockups, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability, Javascript

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Personas to Represent Targeted Users in Miro

      Skills you'll gain: Persona Development, Experience Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, User Research, Customer Insights, Collaborative Software, Diversity and Inclusion, Product Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Gen AI for developers: Web development with Python & Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Microsoft Copilot, Flask (Web Framework), Development Testing, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Web Development, Secure Coding, Microsoft Visual Studio, User Interface (UI), Application Programming Interface (API), Generative AI

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Ingesting New Datasets into BigQuery

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Management, Database Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Integration, Data Migration, Big Data, Data Import/Export, Data Storage

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Glasgow

      Deep learning in Electronic Health Records - CDSS 2

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Electocardiography, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Processing, Health Informatics, Electronic Medical Record, Data Cleansing, Feature Engineering, Data Transformation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Performance Testing

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Packt

      Advanced Security Strategies and Incident Response

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Strategy, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Engineering, Cyber Security Assessment, Hardening, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Incident Management, Threat Modeling, Mobile Security

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular usability testing courses

    • CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics: L&T EduTech
    • Measurement Systems Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation: Packt
    • Designing User Interfaces and User Interactions: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow: LearnQuest
    • Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero: Packt
    • Build Websites with Figma, HTML, and CSS: Scrimba
    • Create Personas to Represent Targeted Users in Miro: Coursera Project Network
    • Gen AI for developers: Web development with Python & Copilot: Coursera Project Network
    • Ingesting New Datasets into BigQuery: Google Cloud

    Skills you can learn in Design And Product

    User Interface (18)
    User Experience (16)
    Software Testing (13)
    Game Design (11)
    Agile Software Development (10)
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    Virtual Reality (9)
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    Web (8)
    Video Game Development (7)
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    Adobe Photoshop (6)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Usability Testing

    Usability testing is a method used to evaluate the usability and user experience of a product, service, or interface by observing users as they interact with it. It involves creating realistic tasks or scenarios for users to perform while collecting qualitative and quantitative data on their behavior, feedback, and satisfaction. Usability testing helps identify usability issues, assess user satisfaction, and gather insights for improving the design and overall user experience.‎

    To excel in usability testing, you need to develop the following skills:

    • Test Planning: Ability to plan and design usability tests, including defining objectives, creating test scenarios, and selecting appropriate methods.
    • Test Moderation: Skills in moderating usability testing sessions, guiding participants through tasks, and asking probing questions to gather feedback.
    • Observation and Analysis: Proficiency in observing and documenting user behavior, interactions, and feedback during usability tests.
    • Data Collection Techniques: Familiarity with various data collection techniques, such as video recording, note-taking, and surveys, to capture user insights.
    • Usability Metrics: Understanding of different usability metrics, such as task completion rates, error rates, time on task, and user satisfaction scales.
    • Data Analysis: Ability to analyze and interpret usability test data, identify patterns, and derive actionable insights for design improvements.
    • Reporting and Communication: Effective communication skills to present usability test findings, provide recommendations, and advocate for user-centered design.
    • Empathy and User-Centered Thinking: A mindset that prioritizes understanding user needs, expectations, and perspectives throughout the testing process.
    • Attention to Detail: Ability to observe and capture nuanced user behaviors, interactions, and feedback during usability testing sessions.
    • Collaboration: Collaboration skills to work with designers, developers, and stakeholders in integrating usability findings into the design process.‎

    With usability testing skills, you can pursue various job opportunities, including:

    • Usability Tester
    • UX Researcher
    • User Researcher
    • Usability Analyst
    • User Experience Analyst
    • Usability Consultant
    • Interaction Designer
    • Product Designer
    • UX Designer
    • Information Architect

    These roles involve conducting usability tests, analyzing test results, identifying usability issues, and providing actionable recommendations for improving the user experience of products, services, or interfaces.‎

    Usability testing is well-suited for individuals who possess the following qualities:

    • Attention to Detail: Ability to observe and document user behaviors, interactions, and feedback with meticulous attention to detail.
    • Analytical Thinking: Aptitude for analyzing data, identifying patterns, and deriving meaningful insights from usability test findings.
    • Empathy: Understanding and empathizing with users, their goals, and frustrations to uncover valuable insights.
    • Communication Skills: Effective communication skills to facilitate usability testing sessions, ask relevant questions, and present findings to stakeholders.
    • Curiosity: A natural curiosity and desire to understand user behavior and improve user experiences.
    • Patience: Recognizing that usability testing requires patience to observe user interactions and gather accurate insights.
    • Collaborative Mindset: Willingness to collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders to integrate usability findings into the design process.
    • Problem-Solving Orientation: Aptitude for identifying usability issues and providing actionable recommendations for improvement.
    • Adaptability: Ability to adjust usability testing methods and approaches based on different user profiles and testing contexts.
    • Continuous Learning: Eagerness to stay updated with industry trends, new testing methods, and emerging technologies.‎

    Several topics are related to usability testing that you can study to enhance your skills and knowledge, including:

    • Usability Testing Methods: Different methods and techniques for conducting usability tests, such as thinking aloud, benchmark testing, and remote testing.
    • Test Planning and Design: Creating test scenarios, defining objectives, selecting appropriate sample sizes, and determining the right metrics to measure.
    • Test Moderation Techniques: Strategies for effectively moderating usability testing sessions, guiding participants, and eliciting valuable feedback.
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Analyzing usability test data, interpreting findings, and identifying key usability issues and improvement opportunities.
    • Usability Metrics: Understanding and applying usability metrics to evaluate and quantify the usability of a product or interface.
    • Remote Usability Testing: Conducting usability tests remotely using tools and technologies for remote participant recruitment and session facilitation.
    • Mobile Usability Testing: Techniques and considerations for testing the usability of mobile apps and responsive web designs.
    • Accessibility Testing: Evaluating and ensuring the accessibility of digital products for users with disabilities.
    • Comparative Usability Testing: Methods for comparing the usability of different design solutions or interfaces.
    • Usability Testing Reporting: Creating effective and actionable usability test reports, presenting findings, and making design recommendations.

    Exploring these topics through online courses, workshops, practical projects, and reading relevant literature will provide you with a strong foundation in usability testing principles, methods, and best practices, enabling you to effectively evaluate and improve the user experience of digital products or services.‎

    Online Usability Testing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Usability Testing skills. Choose from a wide range of Usability Testing courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Usability Testing, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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