UX / UI Design
Reimagining Nearpod's Data
Designed a new Reports Dashboard for Nearpod administrators, enabling districts and teachers to access clear, actionable usage data.
Year :
2023-2024
Industry :
EdTech
Company :
Renaissance
Duration :
8 months
Role :
Lead
Problem :
Administrators lacked clear, consistent usage data in Nearpod. Renewal decisions were slowed by fragmented reports, reliance on Nearpod representatives, and even self-run surveys. The existing system caused delays, inconsistencies, and confusion — leaving admins without a reliable view of engagement across their districts.
Solution :
As the data-engineering teams were working on centralization our available data, I worked closely with UX researchers to design a new Reports Dashboard for administrators, districts, and teachers. The dashboard prioritized the most critical metrics, structured data hierarchically, and delivered insights that were clear, actionable, and self-serve. We went through rigorous hours of moderated studies and usability testing and eventually landed on something that gave administrators the autonomy to track engagement, measure impact, and make renewal decisions with confidence.
Challenge :
The core challenge was balancing data complexity with clarity. Administrators needed robust reporting, but exposing every metric upfront risked overwhelming them. Usability studies revealed a better structure: surface the most valuable insights first, while keeping detailed data accessible through annotation via hover interactions. This macro-to-micro approach made data exploration intentional and manageable, rather than noisy and confusing.
From a design perspective, the flexibility of data modules introduced another challenge. Customized timeline views, variable data availability, and incomplete stories for new users (e.g., joining mid-year) required creating multiple variations to adapt gracefully. By accounting for these use cases and edge cases, the dashboard ensured visual consistency while remaining responsive to time and context.
Summary :
The Reports Dashboard transformed how administrators access and act on engagement data by prioritizing clarity, relevance, and actionability. Designed with a modular architecture, the system was built to scale as Nearpod expanded its data offerings and analytics capabilities — laying the groundwork for richer student outcome insights.
Following launch, the redesigned dashboard became a key driver of customer retention and renewal:
Retention: District and school admin engagement increased by 26%, with more consistent logins and session frequency throughout the academic year.
Renewals: Accounts using the dashboard for regular reporting renewed at a 30% higher rate than those that did not — validating the link between insight access and long-term platform value.
By turning complex data into a clear and motivating narrative for educators, the experience positioned Nearpod as not just a classroom tool, but a decision-making platform that helps schools measure and communicate impact.
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UX / UI Design
Reimagining Nearpod's Data
Designed a new Reports Dashboard for Nearpod administrators, enabling districts and teachers to access clear, actionable usage data.
Year :
2023-2024
Industry :
EdTech
Company :
Renaissance
Duration :
8 months
Role :
Lead
Problem :
Administrators lacked clear, consistent usage data in Nearpod. Renewal decisions were slowed by fragmented reports, reliance on Nearpod representatives, and even self-run surveys. The existing system caused delays, inconsistencies, and confusion — leaving admins without a reliable view of engagement across their districts.
Solution :
As the data-engineering teams were working on centralization our available data, I worked closely with UX researchers to design a new Reports Dashboard for administrators, districts, and teachers. The dashboard prioritized the most critical metrics, structured data hierarchically, and delivered insights that were clear, actionable, and self-serve. We went through rigorous hours of moderated studies and usability testing and eventually landed on something that gave administrators the autonomy to track engagement, measure impact, and make renewal decisions with confidence.
Challenge :
The core challenge was balancing data complexity with clarity. Administrators needed robust reporting, but exposing every metric upfront risked overwhelming them. Usability studies revealed a better structure: surface the most valuable insights first, while keeping detailed data accessible through annotation via hover interactions. This macro-to-micro approach made data exploration intentional and manageable, rather than noisy and confusing.
From a design perspective, the flexibility of data modules introduced another challenge. Customized timeline views, variable data availability, and incomplete stories for new users (e.g., joining mid-year) required creating multiple variations to adapt gracefully. By accounting for these use cases and edge cases, the dashboard ensured visual consistency while remaining responsive to time and context.
Summary :
The Reports Dashboard transformed how administrators access and act on engagement data by prioritizing clarity, relevance, and actionability. Designed with a modular architecture, the system was built to scale as Nearpod expanded its data offerings and analytics capabilities — laying the groundwork for richer student outcome insights.
Following launch, the redesigned dashboard became a key driver of customer retention and renewal:
Retention: District and school admin engagement increased by 26%, with more consistent logins and session frequency throughout the academic year.
Renewals: Accounts using the dashboard for regular reporting renewed at a 30% higher rate than those that did not — validating the link between insight access and long-term platform value.
By turning complex data into a clear and motivating narrative for educators, the experience positioned Nearpod as not just a classroom tool, but a decision-making platform that helps schools measure and communicate impact.
More Projects
UX / UI Design
Reimagining Nearpod's Data
Designed a new Reports Dashboard for Nearpod administrators, enabling districts and teachers to access clear, actionable usage data.
Year :
2023-2024
Industry :
EdTech
Company :
Renaissance
Duration :
8 months
Role :
Lead
Problem :
Administrators lacked clear, consistent usage data in Nearpod. Renewal decisions were slowed by fragmented reports, reliance on Nearpod representatives, and even self-run surveys. The existing system caused delays, inconsistencies, and confusion — leaving admins without a reliable view of engagement across their districts.
Solution :
As the data-engineering teams were working on centralization our available data, I worked closely with UX researchers to design a new Reports Dashboard for administrators, districts, and teachers. The dashboard prioritized the most critical metrics, structured data hierarchically, and delivered insights that were clear, actionable, and self-serve. We went through rigorous hours of moderated studies and usability testing and eventually landed on something that gave administrators the autonomy to track engagement, measure impact, and make renewal decisions with confidence.
Challenge :
The core challenge was balancing data complexity with clarity. Administrators needed robust reporting, but exposing every metric upfront risked overwhelming them. Usability studies revealed a better structure: surface the most valuable insights first, while keeping detailed data accessible through annotation via hover interactions. This macro-to-micro approach made data exploration intentional and manageable, rather than noisy and confusing.
From a design perspective, the flexibility of data modules introduced another challenge. Customized timeline views, variable data availability, and incomplete stories for new users (e.g., joining mid-year) required creating multiple variations to adapt gracefully. By accounting for these use cases and edge cases, the dashboard ensured visual consistency while remaining responsive to time and context.
Summary :
The Reports Dashboard transformed how administrators access and act on engagement data by prioritizing clarity, relevance, and actionability. Designed with a modular architecture, the system was built to scale as Nearpod expanded its data offerings and analytics capabilities — laying the groundwork for richer student outcome insights.
Following launch, the redesigned dashboard became a key driver of customer retention and renewal:
Retention: District and school admin engagement increased by 26%, with more consistent logins and session frequency throughout the academic year.
Renewals: Accounts using the dashboard for regular reporting renewed at a 30% higher rate than those that did not — validating the link between insight access and long-term platform value.
By turning complex data into a clear and motivating narrative for educators, the experience positioned Nearpod as not just a classroom tool, but a decision-making platform that helps schools measure and communicate impact.