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Surveys
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Today, we will first discuss surveys. Surveys are powerful tools for gathering quantitative data but can also provide qualitative insights. What elements do you think make a survey question effective?
I think the questions should be clear and easy to understand.
Yeah! And they shouldnโt lead the person to an answer.
Exactly! We call such leading questions poorly worded. For instance, instead of asking 'Donโt you hate waiting?' you would ask 'How satisfied are you with the wait time?' This way, you gather unbiased information. Can anyone suggest how we might pilot a survey?
We could send it to a few classmates first to see if they understand the questions.
Perfect! Letโs summarize: Effective surveys are clear, neutral, and must be piloted to ensure clarity.
Interviews
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Now let's transition to interviews. Why do you think interviews are beneficial compared to surveys?
Interviews let us ask more detailed, follow-up questions.
Absolutely! When you ask an open-ended question like, 'Can you describe your experience with our app?' you open the floor for a depth of response. Letโs practice. Whatโs a good follow-up question?
Maybe ask, 'What features do you find most helpful?'
Great! Those probing questions can lead to rich insights. Remember: structured interviews are more focused, while semi-structured ones allow for flexibility.
Observation
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Next, we will look at observation as a research method. What can we learn by observing users?
We might see what they struggle with or what they enjoy.
Exactly! To use observational research effectively, we need a template capturing user comments, actions, and environment. Can someone give me an example of what we might note?
We could write down how quickly they navigate the app.
Right! And we must discuss ethical considerations, especially about consent. How would we word consent forms?
Focus Groups
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To round off our discussion, let's talk about focus groups. Whatโs unique about a focus group?
Itโs a group discussion that allows for different perspectives.
Correct! It helps uncover insights that might not come up in one-on-one interviews. What should be included in a focus group moderation script?
An icebreaker question to get everyone comfortable.
Exactly! Good moderators foster a comfortable environment. Summarizing our methods: Surveys for breadth, interviews for depth, observations for real-time data, and focus groups for diverse insights. Great job!
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In this section, we delve into primary research methods, including surveys, interviews, observation, and focus groups. Each method is evaluated for its strengths and weaknesses, helping students understand how to effectively gather user insights to inform their design processes.
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Primary Research Methods
This section introduces students to primary research methods crucial for designing effective user-centered products. The primary research methods covered include surveys, interviews, observations, and focus groups. Each method has distinct strengths and weaknesses:
- Surveys:
- Students learn to develop effective survey questions, distinguishing between poorly worded and neutral phrasing to extract useful data.
- Interviews:
- Students practice structured and semi-structured interview techniques, forging skills in crafting open-ended questions and follow-up probes to elicit deeper insights.
- Observations:
- The method of contextual inquiry is introduced, where students observe peers using a digital tool, enabling them to capture genuine user interactions.
- Focus Groups:
- Students draft moderation scripts for focus groups, practicing how to lead discussions that yield rich qualitative data.
By mastering these methods, students enhance their ability to conduct insightful research, pivotal for informed design decisions. Each method guides students in evaluating data for credibility and relevance, setting a foundation for effective problem-solving.
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Surveys: Structured instruments for obtaining feedback from many users.
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Interviews: Qualitative discussions to gain insights from a few individuals.
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Observation: Active watching of users interacting with products to gather real-time insights.
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Focus Groups: Group discussions aimed at generating feedback through conversation.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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Example 1: A survey asking users to assess their satisfaction with a new app update.
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Example 2: Conducting an interview to understand user experiences with the new feature.
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Surveys ask, interviews chat, focus groups discuss - that's where it's at!
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Imagine a curious detective using surveys to survey a crowd, interviewing key witnesses, observing suspects, and gathering a team for a focus group discussion to crack the case.
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S-I-O-F: Surveys, Interviews, Observations, Focus groups to remember each method.
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SIFO
- Surveys
- Interviews
- Focus groups
- Observation.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Surveys
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Structured questionnaires aimed at collecting data from a specific group.
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Term: Interviews
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Conversations designed to gather deep insights through both prepared and spontaneous questions.
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Term: Observation
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A research technique where data is collected by watching users interact with a product.
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Term: Focus Groups
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Moderated discussions that gather diverse perceptions and opinions from participants.