To address this need, the researcher designed and developed an online resource containing useful information to help expecting parents make informed decisions about their pregnancy and delivery (https://dmyoshimoto.wixsite.com/happyhapai). A usability study of the website was conducted with the purpose of evaluating its functionality, navigability, and ease of use, as well as determining participant satisfaction. The study recruited nine (n = 9) participants, specifically individuals of child-bearing age who were pregnant or planning to have a child in the future, to evaluate the online resource. After three iterations, the results of the study indicated that the instructional resource was more appealing to the target audience with relatable images, consistent and clean page layouts, and clear and concise information.
The presentation will discuss the study’s results, including methods, project design, analysis of data and participant feedback, design implications, and modifications. The results support the idea that usability studies provide valuable feedback for developing resources that are effective and functional.
Demi Yoshimoto was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii. She received her B.Ed. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Following her undergraduate education, she began her teaching career through the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program in Okinawa, Japan. There she taught English to high school students. Upon her return to Hawaii, she entered the Hawaii Department of Education and began teaching Grade 2 at a local elementary school. She decided to continue her education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, and is currently in her final year of the M.Ed. Learning Design and Technology Program.A recording of this presentation is available.
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