Create user experiences for software apps and web apps that are
compelling and usable by harnessing the power of interaction design
GUI INTERACTION DESIGN
LEARN THE TECHNIQUES REQUIRED TO:
> Utilize research techniques to better understand your user > Design interactions that directly address user needs > Apply interaction design patternsWHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course requires limited prior knowledge of interaction design or user experience design. The GUI Interaction Design course is appropriate for web developers, market research analysts, project managers, UI designers, interaction designers, visual designers, QA specialists or anyone responsible for websites, web apps, intranet content management, information management, or user experience of a product. There are no prerequisites to this course; however, participation in the Introduction to User Experience Design & Experience Thinking course is recommended for individuals who are new to the user experience field.
COURSE OUTCOMES
> The skills required to design interactions that focus on the user > The techniques to review designs based
on heuristic analysis
> Guidelines for integrating interaction design into the development process > Experience utilizing interaction design
patterns through hands-on exercises > A comprehensive course manual and a large-scale visual representation of Akendi’s Experience Thinking™ process
The intentional design of interactive experiences
is the key to designing competitive products.
Akendi’s interaction design approach focuses on the
interactions between people and products, rather
than simply the products themselves. Learn to design
interactive experiences that anticipate user needs and
exceed expectations.
Learn to enhance user satisfaction by designing interactive
experiences that target users’ needs
COURSE OUTLINE
INTRODUCTION
> What is interaction design? > Origins of interaction design > When to apply interaction design
> Mobile > Web > Applications > RIA/web apps > Hardware > Required skills
INTERACTION DESIGN PRINCIPLES
> User requirements for interaction design > Identifying user experience and usability goals > UX architectures
> Controls, widgets and workflows > UX/UI design patterns
> Specifications, standards and guidelines
INTERACTION DESIGN PROCESS
> Hierarchical task analysis > Exploring alternative designs > Building interactive prototypes
> Iterations and the refinement of designs > Interaction design evaluation
> Integrating interaction design in the product development workflow
work on all platforms and how to get your ideas through to
programmers… the UX research stuff was really good.”
— Attendee
COURSE DETAILS
DURATION
1 day, 9:00am – 4:30pm
A full-day session with a one-hour lunch break.
REGISTRATION COST
$595/£475 per person
Course cost is per person as stated plus tax with a minimum 3 participants per course. Akendi reserves the right to cancel a scheduled training session up to 5 business days prior to the training if a minimum class size of 3 participants has not been attained.
LOCATION
Our training courses are delivered in Toronto & Ottawa, Canada and Cambridge & London, UK. Check our website for an up-to-date schedule for each city at www.akendi.com.
READY TO SIGN UP?
Email: [email protected] [email protected] Call: +1 866.585.1660
CERTIFICATION
The GUI Interaction Design course is an integral component of the User Experience Specialist™ (CXS™) and User Experience Designer™ (CXD™)
certifications. These certifications will open doors and arm you with powerful tools for designing exceptional products and user experiences. Participants are free to complete certifications on a course-by-course basis or sign-up for the full certification at a discounted rate. We recommend participants interested in either of these certifications make the Introduction to User Experience Design & Experience Thinking course their first step.
USER EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST™ (CXS™) CERTIFICATION
This is our full program. Courses cover research, design, and testing to give the UX specialist a deep and comprehensive understanding of UX process and the skills to apply it. This course includes 9 full days of training and a 3-hour certification exam.
USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER™ (CXD™) CERTIFICATION
The design track deepens skills and knowledge in information design, interaction design and visual design, leading to improved web, mobile and software user experiences. This course includes 5 full days of training and a 3-hour certification exam.
USER EXPERIENCE RESEARCHER™ (CXR™) CERTIFICATION
The research track focuses on research and analysis of customers and users. Although participants are not required to take the Mobile User Experience Design course for certification, we recommend the mobile course as an add-on for those interested in exploring the mobile UX domain. This course includes 5 full days of training and a 3-hour certification exam.
“There was perfect level of detail on course curriculum and it
was executed well.”
— Attendee
CERTIFICATION COURSE LIST
Introduction to User Experience Design & Experience Thinking
User Experience Research Information Architecture Information Architecture
Research
Mobile User Experience Design GUI Interaction Design
Visual Design for User Experiences Usability Testing
Founder and CEO of Akendi
Tedde infuses Akendi’s UX Training courses with his strong belief that customer and user experience design must go beyond a singular product interface, service or content. It should become deeply rooted in an organization’s research and design processes, culture, and ultimately be reflected in their products and services. Tedde is a graduate of Radboud University in the Netherlands. Tedde has more than 20 years experience in research, usability testing and experience design in both the public and private sectors. By drawing on his breadth of experience and education, Tedde is able to deliver training that is both practical and supported by a solid foundation in theory and empirical research. .
DOMINIRA SAUL
Partner and Director of User
Experience Design
Dominira believes that behind every well-designed product or service there is a thorough understanding of the actual users and their needs. Having presented many influential research and design outcomes to clients at all levels of the private and public sector, Dominira is very adept at putting his belief into practice. He remains focused on ensuring clear transfer of his experience and most importantly, rationale to our clients. Dominira’s extensive experience paired with his engaging and eclectic presentation style makes him a profound instructor. Dominira is a fluent bilingual communicator who has lectured at the university level and delivered many of our UX training courses.
> Canada Post
> Canadian Medical Association > Cancer Care Ontario
> Cobham
> Conference Board of Canada > Department of Fisheries & Oceans > Eastlink
> Embotics > Ecobee
> Export Development Canada > Foresters
> Human Resources & Skills Development Canada > Industry Canada > KPMG > Mad.ca > Microsoft > NAV Canada
> Ontario Securities Commission > Pricemetrix > RBC > Rogers > Ryerson University > Sage > SAP > Service Canada > Softchoice > Statistics Canada > United Way > Visualsonics > Whitecap Canada > WorkSafeBC And many more...
DANIEL IABONI
Senior User Experience Architect
Daniel is dedicated to creating and improving software, website and interface designs to provide an exceptional interaction among users, their environment and their tools. To achieve this goal, Daniel applies knowledge and techniques from engineering, computer science, psychology and anthropology learned while completing a Doctorate in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo with a focus on human factors, cognitive ergonomics and user-centered design. Daniel enhances each course he delivers by drawing on his diverse background and distilling the information into industry proven best practices.SIGN UP TODAY
[email protected] [email protected] +1 866.585.1660 +44 (0)1223 853907Akendi also offers customized courses designed to fit your organization’s specific needs. Please inquire for more information.
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