University of Washington Bothell Computing and Software Systems Website Project

Presented by: Jui-Ching Huang Sabrina Harris Michelle Au Eiko Toguchi Naoki Iwane

Topics Method used for research Key findings from stakeholders Comparisons Our findings Current vs. Prototype Recommendations

Methodology 10 online surveys and 2 personal interviews with CSS students 5 online questionnaire surveys with business students 1 interview with faculty and 2 staff together Comparisons with other colleges CSS websites

Findings From Stakeholders “Ok website” FAQ’s helpful Reduces some work-load of staff Positive

Not enough internship or job information Intended target of CSS website is prospective students “Too basic, it’s so cheap! It doesn’t even incorporate server side scripting our anything related to our times. If I was new to this school, it would detract from my expectations.” Very confusing finding the information needed. Findings From Stakeholders Negative

Comparisons Bothell CSS Website UCLA CSS Website UW Tacoma CSS Website

Our Key Findings of CSS website Inconsistency Too much text/ Confusing Updated pictures needed Needs search box Too much scrolling

Our Key Findings of CSS website More updated information of research done and department events Needs better internship and job information Linking to course website or detailed information about classes Unorganized information Unorganized Web Structure

Current vs. New Prototype

Recommendations Sub categories links should appear when clicking on left navigation bar on home page Organize website to make easier to navigate through Add search box More info for current students Update site regularly Interactive option for students and staff

Questions?