Features

Combine timeline and map.


DESIGN GOAL: Building Bridge



USER SCENARIO


Users are interested in exploring how maps have evolved across different historical epochs.



SOLUTION


By adjusting the timeline feature, users can navigate through various time-specific maps to observe geographical changes and historical developments.

Let users “travel through” the past and future to have a look of world.


DESIGN GOAL: ENLIGHTEN



USER SCENARIO


Users are curious about how nature terrain looked in the past and might appear in the future.



SOLUTION


TimeWander leverages AI-driven predictions to furnish visual explorations of the world's terrains across different eras, offering a unique window into the past and a glimpse into the future.


Instant AI Searching Knowledge Resource at Your Fingertips.


DESIGN GOAL: Chasing change



USER SCENARIO


Nature changes, so users want up-to-the-minute information and insights about geographical landscapes.



SOLUTION


The information introductory integrates with AI to find the web for current, pertinent data of natural terrains.

TimeWander


New thoughts of Geography Education

An Encyclopedia App / Map App / Time Machine by AI-Powered

Survey

This survey data reveals that the majority of respondents have a strong interest in physical and historical geography. Search engines and online videos are the most popular learning tools applications.

Intro

Feature

Research

Synthesis

Competitive Analysis

Each platform has distinct advantages and limitations for geographical learning. To create a competitive geography education app, it should integrate curated text content, high-quality visuals and maps.

Vision Statement


We believe that understanding temporal changes is essential to the study of geography. TimeWander, an innovative Geography educational application, integrates historical data with AI-driven predictions, enabling users to explore the past, present, and future of geographical phenomena. We aim to deepen users’ geographical knowledge in a more efficient and engaging way.

Introduction

Time

Team

Role

Tools

March 2023 -

May 2023

UX Research

UX/UI Design

Prototyping

Figma

Adobe PS

Procreate

Monica Zhao

Shuang Liang

Explore new possibilities in general geographic education under the influence of AI.

Create an app, integrates geographic knowledge by AI, providing users with an efficient, comprehensive, and engaging way to learn geography.

Challenge

Opportunity

1

Research

Identifying Problems

Desk Research

Competitor Analysis

User Surveys

2

Synthesis

Persona

User Journey

3

Ideation

Developing a Solution

Moodboard

Low Fidelity

Mid Fidelity

4

Final Designs

High Fidelity

Design System

5

Reflection

Next Step

The Process

High-Fidelity

Sythesis

Rresearch

I created a user journey to map out how user would navigate his current situation, aiming to understand the highs and lows of their emotions while trying to learning Geography knowledge. This comprehensive visualization provides valuable insights into User’s experience, enabling a targeted design.

Journey Map

Final Design

Monica Zhao

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