Svetlana “Lana” Yarosh is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science & Engineering Department at University of Minnesota. She has two Bachelors of Science from University of Maryland (in Computer Science and Psychology), a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Georgia Institute of Technology, and two years of industry research experience with AT&T Labs. Her research falls primarily in the area of Human-Computer Interaction, with a focus on Social Computing and Child-Computer Interaction. She designs systems that enhance strong-tie social relationships to create stronger families, support individual health and wellbeing, and provide a stage for personal and community growth. Her work has been featured on CNN, has won multiple innovation competitions and best paper awards, and has been honored with numerous grants and scholarships.
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Discover the art and science behind User Interface (UI) design in this introductory course. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course will equip you with essential knowledge and practical techniques to create intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing digital experiences for users.
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Explore the essential methods for assessing and refining user interface designs in our 'Evaluating User Interfaces' course. Gain insights into action analysis, walkthroughs, heuristic evaluations, and practical user testing to create more intuitive and engaging interfaces that meet user needs effectively.
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Embark on a journey to master the art of understanding users and translating their needs into compelling designs with our 'User Research and Design' course. This course will equip you with practical techniques for conducting thorough user research and applying these insights in the early stages of UI design exploration. From in-person research methods to analyzing surveys and logs, you'll gain a deep understanding of how to gather and interpret user data effectively.
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Discover how to effectively design and prototype user interfaces that cater to your users' needs with our Prototyping and Design course on Coursera. This course will guide you through the process of creating low-fidelity prototypes, applying graphic design principles, utilizing design patterns, crafting a compelling design rationale, and designing for accessibility.