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Understand User Research
Social Studies
Level 1 - Exploration

Understand User Research

Taught by Dr. Rachel Kim

About This Challenge

Learn user research methods to understand customer needs and behaviors. This exploration covers user research fundamentals for product teams, including research planning, user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and how to synthesize findings into actionable insights.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand different user research methods and when to apply each one effectively
  • Conduct effective user interviews that reveal genuine needs and motivations
  • Design surveys that generate reliable and actionable quantitative data
  • Run usability tests that identify real product problems and opportunities
  • Synthesize research findings into clear insights that drive product decisions

Challenge Content

21 lessons
Research Methods Foundation
Welcome to User Research
8 Min
The User Research Landscape
10 Min
Choosing the Right Research Method
10 Min
Research Methods Knowledge Check
10 Min
Research Method Selection Practice
20 Min
Conducting User Interviews
The Art of User Interviews
10 Min
Interview Planning and Preparation
10 Min
Interview Techniques and Skills
10 Min
Interview Skills Assessment
10 Min
Design an Interview Guide
25 Min
Surveys and Usability Testing
Quantitative Research Methods
10 Min
Designing Effective Surveys
12 Min
Running Usability Tests
12 Min
Surveys and Testing Assessment
10 Min
Design a Survey or Usability Test
25 Min
Synthesis and Application
From Data to Insights
8 Min
Synthesizing Research Findings
12 Min
Communicating Research Effectively
10 Min
Synthesis and Communication Quiz
10 Min
Synthesize Research Findings
30 Min
Your User Research Journey Continues
5 Min

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Challenge Info

Level
Level 1 - Exploration
Subject
Social Studies
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Requirements

  • No prior research experience required
  • Curiosity about understanding user behavior
  • Access to a note-taking tool for exercises
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