User Research
Research Goal
The goal of this research was to understand how college students currently search for course and professor information and identify major pain points with existing systems.
Methods Used
- Student interviews
- Online surveys
- Observation of course registration workflows
- Competitive analysis of RateMyProfessor and university registration tools
Key Findings
- Students rely on multiple platforms to gather information
- Course descriptions are often outdated or unclear
- Professor reviews lack context
- Degree requirements are difficult to visualize
User Needs Identified
- One centralized source of information
- Clear degree progress tracking
- Trustworthy professor insights
- Simple and intuitive navigation
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