user_test_tra_rob_analysis

When focusing on navigation, labeling and visual identity the user testing was fairly successful. Although in order to conduct a fair test, the content of the website could have been more complete. One of the issues with the website itself, was that certain sections on the website were not complete. This effected the user testing because the individual could only test was was working in the visual arts website. Despite this issue, individuals were still able to carry out the tasks and have a general sense of the how the prototype would be executed.
 * Rob: Individual Analysis of Test Results**
 * Testing Procedure

In addition, within a few moments, we were able to see where we could improve the design of the website. We were able to get a sense of general behaviours of user interactions.

**Findings When conducting the user testing we found that even though it was a compelling visual branding, the navigation and labeling needed to be more clear. From the users perspective, the typography needed to be more clearly laid out and larger. Much of the labeling was identifying content, but was hidden underneath roll-overs.
 * Navigation & Labeling**

The main page showcasing the events was a feature that the users responded well too. This was an area in which the content was brought to the user so that they did not have to dig for certain information. The events page is an area where even though the content constantly changing the user still does not have much control over the changing information.

Users responded well to this section of the testing, the visual branding of the website creates it's own distinct personality. Even though the website looked as though it was a separate branding, users found that it still needed a connection to York University.
 * Visual Identity**

Most users believed that they would benefit from being representing in this method. Our design of the website was found to be mature and part of a creative community.

Overall our user testing was fairly successful. Again, in order to conduct a proper study we needed to build more of a working prototype so that if users wanted to see if content was relevant. Generally, user testing is very beneficial because the designer is provided with instant feedback so that they can change their design. Their is a greater advantage in testing with multiple subjects so that if any trends occur, the design change make adjustments accordingly. **
 * Reflection