PRACTICE QUIZ
Fill in the blank: A wireframe is a(n) ____ of a product or a screen.
A wireframe is an outline or sketch of a product or a screen.
Imagine you’ve recently started a new design project and you’re in the midst of wireframing. You’ve decided to use an inexpensive method that will allow you to iterate and explore ideas quickly. Which method is this?
Paper is one of two ways designers can create wireframes. They allow designers to narrow the focus to the best parts by exploring many ideas in a fast and inexpensive way. TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON PLANNING USABILITY STUDIES
Why is it important to create a research plan before conducting a usability study? Select all that apply.
A detailed research plan helps the UX team organize and outline every part of a usability study from start to finish. Doing this will yield more valuable results and information to improve the design. Explanation: Creating a detailed research plan sets groundwork for a usability study by identifying milestones and expectations. This method is more likely to yield more valuable results to help improve the design. It also outlines each part of a usability study from start to finish.
Imagine you’re preparing to conduct a usability study. Which part of the research plan considers critical measures of progress toward an end goal?
Key performance indicators (KPI) are considered one of the seven elements of a research plan. They’re critical measures of progress toward an end goal, such as drop-off rates, user error rates, system usability scale, and more.
When planning a usability study, what question should you ask when determining key performance indicators (KPIs)?
KPIs measure the progress toward an end goal, so this should be a consideration when you determine KPIs for a study.
Imagine you are planning a usability study for a local drop-in daycare center’s app. You need to find study participants who would provide the best metrics for the project. Which participant would be the best candidate for the study?
Casey would be an ideal participant for the study because they might have some interest in the app based on their situation. TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON CONDUCTING USABILITY STUDIES
Nua is outlining a usability study. The team wants to interview as many people as they can within a two month timespan. Since the product is a new version of one they’ve already created, they’re more concerned about keeping costs low by recording participants. What type of usability study should be conducted?
Since they want to keep costs low and interview many participants within two months, this might not be the most effective option because moderated usability studies can become costly. They also want to keep costs low and interview many participants within two months, an unmoderated usability study would be the most effective option.
Choose the correct definition of a usability study.
A usability study is a research method that assesses how easy it is for participants to complete core tasks in a product. TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON ANALYZING AND SYNTHESIZING RESEARCH RESULTS
Step one of turning observations into insights requires a designer to gather the data. Which should the designer do next?
Organizing the data is the second step in turning observations into insights. After that, a designer should identify themes and patterns by asking two key questions: What common patterns stand out in the data you collected? And what do these patterns tell you about your product design?
What is the third step of turning observations into insights?
Identifying common themes and patterns among participants is the third step in turning observations into insights. It’s one of the key goals of user research.
Select all that apply: Creating information architecture (IA) is an important part of UX design because it _____.
Information architecture helps engineers identify technical patterns and structures needed to organize and scale a product successfully. It also organizes and defines the overall structure for the app or site, and provides a high-level view of the product. Explanation: Information architecture organizes and defines the overall structure for the app or site. This helps designers plan the functionality of a product. It also helps engineers understand how to organize the data, and provides a high-level view of the product. Explanation: Information architecture helps a designer understand how the elements of a product work together, organizes and defines the overall structure for the app or site, and helps engineers understand how to organize the data.
When building digital wireframes, what best practice should you apply to transfer information from the paper wireframe?
Labeling essential elements like menu or navigation buttons help users understand how to navigate the wireframe.
A designer is interested in updating their existing online profiles as they start a job search. What is one of the first things they should do as they develop their online presence?
A designer is working on their portfolio. They want to demonstrate the full range of skills they have. What can they do to show this range?
In a design portfolio, what does your personal brand demonstrate?
It’s important for designers to include a personal statement to reinforce their professional presence online. What should a personal statement highlight?
A designer is working on the “About Me” page on their portfolio site. Which of the following are items they might include? Select all that apply
Which popular online community for UX designers focuses on long-form writing?
What should a designer include in their application for a design role?
A designer is interested in finding newsletters from prominent UX designers to learn more about new concepts in UX. What online community would be a good place to do that?
Personal branding should be platform-specific.
A designer is deciding how to describe their work in their online portfolio. Should they include technical language and buzzwords, since the target audience includes people from the UX design industry? 11.What should designers include in the About Me page on their website?
How can a portfolio be used to help further a designer’s career?
A designer is working on their portfolio. They want to make sure it is engaging for the audience. What can they do to raise engagement?
How can a designer reinforce their professional presence online?
Which of the following can help a UX designer enhance their social media presence?
A designer is interested in sharing a series of essays about their experience with UX design so far in their career. What site will best help them do that?
As a new UX designer, which of the following strategies can help you learn how to present yourself effectively in online UX communities?
Why is it important for UX designers to use a portfolio during the job application process?
When including case studies in a design portfolio, which of the following questions should they answer?
A designer does not want coworkers and recruiters viewing their personal social media presence. What best practice for developing an online presence can they use?
Which websites help designers enhance and showcase their portfolios? Select all that apply.
You have gotten some feedback on your portfolio site that notes the language on your home page is a little vague. What is something you can do to fix this?
Imagine that a designer writes content for their online portfolio. To come across as knowledgeable about UX design, they include industry terms and buzzwords that are trending in the design sector. What can this designer do to improve their written content?
Identify a tip a designer should consider when creating descriptions for their website.
A UX designer wants to create an updated portfolio to showcase their unique skills and values as a designer. They start by purchasing a custom domain name. To make a great first impression on website visitors, they add projects that highlight the type of work they do well. Then, they add a concise description of their personal design philosophy to help them stand out from the crowd. This designer is applying what best practice to convey the value of their work?
Should designers prepare for potential employers to check their social media accounts during the application process?
How can designers benefit from online UX communities?
Beyond increasing a designer’s visibility, what is another benefit that social media can provide for designers?
Identify websites that feature a job board to assist designers in procuring their next job or project. Select all that apply.
A designer is working on their professional presence online. They’re trying to make their presence more uniform across platforms. What task should they start with?
A hiring manager is considering applications for an open UX designer position at their company. What materials might they want to review that highlight each applicant)s design work and skills?
How might a non-disclosure agreement affect a designer’s portfolio?
Which of the following are places where a designer should consistently implement their personal brand? Select all that apply.
A designer is working on their portfolio. They are exploring how to demonstrate who they are and what makes them interesting. What term describes this content?
Personal branding is essential to demonstrating a designer’s values, unique skills, and personality. What are the benefits of creating a personal brand? Select all that apply.
A designer creates a new Twitter account, posts pictures of several designs, and links her portfolio. How can this impact her job search?
A design team wants to gather feedback on some fun design experiments they’ve been exploring in-house. What online community would be a good place to do that?
A good portfolio has which of the following qualities? Select all that apply
Why should personal branding matter to a UX designer? Select all that apply.
A UX designer is assembling examples of their work and examples of specific skills to share with hiring managers during their job search. What is this collection of examples called?
Can designers leverage online UX communities to gather feedback on their work?
Imagine a designer is creating a portfolio and needs to write the introduction. Which of the following is an example best practice of an introduction?
Imagine that a designer writes content for their online portfolio. To align with their personal brand, they include friendly, conversational language. They write brief and snappy descriptions, and include key details about their professional background. Before they publish, what can they do to ensure the content is as good as it can be?
A designer is just getting comfortable with a new design tool and wants to try live streaming some of their work. What online community would be a good place to do that?
How does a portfolio help UX designers find work in their field? Select all that apply.
Showcasing an understanding of design principles helps designers find work, and it’s a great way to start feeling like a member of the UX design community. Portfolios also demonstrate the designer)s skills during the job application process. Explanation: A portfolio showcases a designer’s work and skill in the field, as well as their understanding of UX design principles.
What is a design portfolio?
A design portfolio is a collection of work that demonstrates a designer’s skills during the job application process. It is likely hosted on a website. TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON BUILDING AN ONLINE PRESENCE
Fill in the blank: A _______ is a one- or two-sentence phrase that describes what you do and what you stand for.
The best personal statements are memorable and catchy.
How can your presence in online design communities help you gain exposure to UX design? Select all that apply.
Liking and commenting on projects by other UX designers is a great way to connect with UX designers outside of your network. You can also post your designs and receive feedback from other experienced professionals. Explanation: Posting your designs is a great way to demonstrate your skills. You can also engage with other UX designers by liking or commenting on their posts.
Why do recruiters check your social media profiles when considering you for a job? Select all that apply.
Recruiters check personal social media profiles to see if you’d be a good fit for the company. They also use professional networking sites to confirm your work and educational background. Explanation: Recruiters view profiles on professional networking sites like LinkedIn to confirm your education and work experience, and learn about your interests outside of work. WEEKLY CHALLENGE 5: BUILD A PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE
What is a benefit of using a website builder?
HTML and CSS are helpful languages to know, but they’re not required for designers that want to to use website builders.
Fill in the blank: To convey the value of your work, you should create a story that _____.
You need to demonstrate your unique value and personal brand through the story you tell. Therefore, it is essential that you tell a story that grabs the user’s attention and helps you stand out.
What should designers include in the About Me page on their website?
About Me pages should include information about a designer’s work, passions, and credentials. It may also include other relevant information that would interest potential employers and recruiters.
What is a portfolio?
UX design is a creative field and it’s important to present hiring managers examples of your work. Portfolios also demonstrate the knowledge and skills you can bring to the job.
Identify why it’s important for UX designers to create and keep up-to-date social media profiles.
Social media provides designers with opportunities to connect with recruiters and potential employers.
Which of the following is required to create a portfolio with a website builder?
In order to show off your portfolio to hiring managers and others in the design community, you’ll first need design projects.
In order to curate a cohesive personal brand that you identify with, what are a few questions you can ask yourself? Select all that apply.
The section that covers personal branding poses a number of questions for you to think about, including, “What do I want people to recognize me for?” Explanation: The section that covers personal branding poses a number of questions for you to think about, including, “What have I learned to do well?” Explanation: The section that covers personal branding poses a number of questions for you to think about, including, “How do other people describe me and my talents?”
What beneficial features do website builders offer UX designers when building a personalized online portfolio? Select all that apply.
Website builders offer user-friendly editing features, tutorials and even some templates so users do not need to start from scratch. Explanation: These builders feature user-friendly WYSIWYG editors, offer tutorials and even some templates to start from. WYSIWYG is an acronym that means: what you see is what you get. Common website builders include Squarespace, Wix, and Webflow.
Identify best practices that can help you personalize your portfolio. Select all that apply.
By telling a story about your design process, you engage your audience and they learn about your personal approach to design. Establishing your personal brand, and going beyond the template are other best practices that can help personalize your portfolio. Explanation: Your personal brand should clearly demonstrate who you are and what value you bring to an organization. Telling a story, and going beyond the template are other best practices that can help personalize your portfolio. Explanation: Customizing your website to align with your brand and story differentiates your portfolio from others. Establishing your personal brand, and telling a story are other best practices that can help personalize your portfolio.
Fill in the blank: When working as a UX designer or in any other creative role, your personal brand is important because _____. Select all that apply.
Your personal brand helps match you with companies that share your values. This is important because it helps companies understand how you could fit as a member of their organization. Explanation: Your personal brand helps you stand out from the crowd because it is a reflection of your individual values and interests.
Fill in the blank: As a best practice, your photos should be _____ when posted across social media platforms.
Posting photos consistent across platforms helps to build a cohesive professional presence online.
What are some ways to overcome imposter syndrome? Select all that apply.
Acknowledging the thoughts you have about feeling this way is the first step to overcoming imposter syndrome. Explanation: Taking responsibility for the role you played in the accomplishment is a step you can take to overcome imposter syndrome. Explanation: Try writing down five skills that show you’re qualified for the job you are considering or five accomplishments you’re proud of. This writing exercise can help you overcome imposter syndrome. Explanation: Speaking with someone about what’s going on in your mind is helpful for overcoming imposter syndrome.
Consider the following scenario: A UX designer wants to create an updated portfolio to showcase their unique skills and values as a designer. They start by purchasing a custom domain name. To make a great first impression on website visitors, they add projects that highlight the type of work they do well. Then, they add a concise description of their personal design philosophy to help them stand out from the crowd. This designer is applying what best practice to convey the value of their work?
It is very important to establish a personal brand. A personal brand is the way in which your personality, unique skills, and values as a designer intersect with your public persona.
A designer is deciding how to describe their work in their online portfolio. Should they include technical language and buzzwords, since the target audience includes people from the UX design industry?
Simple and friendly conversational language is best when writing content for an online portfolio. It is best to minimize the use of buzzwords, complicated language, and technical jargon.
What is a personal statement?
Personal statements should be effective and concise.
A designer is interested in sharing some snapshots of their specific skills with the broader design community. What sites will best help them do that? Select all that apply.
You are interested in exploring freelance work and job opportunities posted in the design community specifically. Which of the following sites offer design specific job boards that you can browse? Select all that apply.
Ready to test your recall?
Fill in the blank: A wireframe is a(n) ____ of a product or a screen.
How confident are you in this answer?