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    Explore the Usability Testing Course Catalog

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Usability Testing with Hotjar

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Test Tools, Test Planning, User Research, Interactive Data Visualization, Web Analytics and SEO

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • G

      Google

      Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, Usability, Presentations, Design Research, Persona (User Experience), User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Prototyping, Interviewing Skills, Figma (Design Software), Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Foundations of Usability Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Human Centered Design, Acceptance Testing, Software Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, Risk Management Framework, User Research, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Mastering Usability Testing: Techniques and Best Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Software Testing, Test Planning, User Experience Design, UI/UX Research, Quality Assurance, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Design Research, Human Centered Design, Technical Communication, Risk Management Framework

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Qualitative Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, Usability Testing, User Research, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, A/B Testing, Usability, Test Case, Design Thinking, Design, Human Computer Interaction, Research Methodologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      G

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to User Experience Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Usability Testing, User Research

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced Usability and Accessibility Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Research, Usability, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), UI/UX Research, Software Testing, Human Computer Interaction, Survey Creation, User Experience Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Design, Visual Design, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Artificial Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Evaluating User Interfaces

      Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Usability, UI/UX Research, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Prototyping

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      270 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Leeds

      Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Test Planning, Verification And Validation, Acceptance Testing, Functional Testing, Usability Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development Life Cycle

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, A/B Testing, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Social Media Management, Customer Retention, Persona Development, Performance Measurement, Marketing Automation

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      37K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Wireframing, UI/UX Research, Responsive Web Design, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Research, Information Architecture, Figma (Design Software), Usability Testing, User Story, Web Design, Design Reviews, Usability, Presentations, Design Research, Persona (User Experience), Ideation, User Centered Design, Mockups

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      89K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Usability Testing with Hotjar: Coursera Project Network
    • Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts: Google
    • Foundations of Usability Testing: Board Infinity
    • Mastering Usability Testing: Techniques and Best Practices: Board Infinity
    • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to User Experience Design : Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Advanced Usability and Accessibility Practices: Board Infinity
    • UX Design in Practice: Accessibility and Collaboration: Microsoft
    • Evaluating User Interfaces: University of Minnesota
    • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds

    Skills you can learn in Design And Product

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    Software Testing (13)
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    Agile Software Development (10)
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    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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