RMIT Library Website
School Project
About
The RMIT Library website is a portal for accessing research materials, managing loans, and finding academic support services
Research
Utilised autoethnographic research, I immersed myself in the user experience to uncover potential issues firsthand. This approach provided valuable insights into user behaviors, preferences, and pain points, enabling a deeper understanding of the problems users may encounter and informing effective UX design solutions. Creating a user experience map helped identify potential issues users may encounter, informing targeted improvements for a better UX
Focused Problem
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Inefficient citation process
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Confused search icon on the website
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No direct access to RMIT University website on Canvas
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No RMIT Harvard reference auto-citation on EasyCite
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Multiple log-in prompt
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Concept Generation
RMIT Built-In Citation Tool​
RMIT Library Canvas Link​
The Approach
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Gather feedback after research
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Prioritise the concept based on desirability, viability, feasibility
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Prototype and test solutions using Figma
Wireframe
User Flow
The Features
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CiteForMe
The prototype will allow users to input citation information, select citation styles (including RMIT Harvard), and generate accurate citations automatically. It will show how the tool streamlines the citation process, reducing errors and saving time
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Canvas Link to RMIT Library Website
The prototype will simulate seamless integration within the student portal. Users will be able to click on the link and access the library's resources without additional logins. It will demonstrate how this feature simplifies research and encourages library resource utilization.
Prototype
Key Points:
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Directly access to RMIT library resources by integrating the library website on Canvas.
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Integration with existing portal credentials eliminates the need for separate logins, improving user experience.
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Clear search functionality allows the user to quickly find desired materials, enhancing efficiency.
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Easy to navigate through resources and utilise citation tools to reference materials accurately.
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Improve referencing function on Canvas with a built-in citation tool and EasyCite reference guide, make it simple for user to ensure accuracy and adhere to RMIT's Harvard reference style.