Understanding Information Architecture

36mIntermediate2018-03-23

Authors

Chris Nodder

User Researcher, Interaction Design Specialist, Author

Course details

Do you have to manage, work with, or recruit information architects? If so—or if you're considering a career in the field of information architecture (IA)—then this course is for you. Instructor Chris Nodder provides a high-level overview of the work that information architects do and the terminology they use. Plus, he shares how IA fits into an organization, how to attract suitable candidates for IA positions, and how to effectively manage the information architects you hire. To wrap up the course, Chris discusses where the field of IA is headed.

Learning objectives
Defining information architecture (IA)
What do information architects do?
Managing information architects
Terminology used by information architects
Recruiting information architects
Setting suitable goals for information architects
Where is IA headed?

Skills covered

Information ArchitectureIntroduction toUser Experience

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Welcome

1. What Do Information Architects Do

02 - Defining information architecture
03 - Information architects have many titles
04 - Day-to-day work

2. Where Does IA Fit in an Organization

05 - Working with other teams
06 - Managing information architects - The reporting structure

3. Tools and Terminology

07 - What terminology do information architects use
08 - Software and real-world tools

4. Recruiting Information Architects

09 - Where to find information architects
10 - Attracting suitable candidates
11 - Assessing an applicant's skills

5. Managing Information Architects

12 - Setting suitable goals
13 - Personal development
14 - Tracking work

6. Where Is IA Headed

15 - New technology, same skills

Conclusion

16 - Next steps