I spent the last few days immersed in a course management system. It is a good application overall but I was interestingly relieved when I saw interface inconsistencies—made me feel a little less concerned with the perfection of the product I am working on.
I have a great team of developers through ACAP Global working tirelessly to bring about my vision of perfection. The whole process of designing and developing software has been a learning opportunity for me. I have spent most of my adult life teaching people how to use all kinds of software applications from Web 2.0 tools to Adobe Photoshop. The ability to easily adopt a new tool is one indicator of its quality and often the reason for its success. I am therefore attempting to create this attribute in our new product.
Teachers in particular need tools that are easy-to-use and easy-to-learn. I know there are many professionals who are overworked and underpaid, but teachers have to rank near the top. Their jobs never end as they grade papers at night, plan for the next day, or have phone calls with parents. The last thing they want is to have to spend lots of time learning a new technology.
Educational technology is getting a fair amount of press with the stimulus bill. Here’s to easy-to-use, easy-to-learn technology for educators!
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