LernSax
improving communication for schools, students, and parents
Task: Redesign an existing web app with a focus on UI
Roles: UX Research, UI Design
Tool: Figma
“Extremely cumbersome platform.”
– Anonymous, OpenPetition Participant
status quo
LernSax is widely used by public schools in the German state of Saxony, but the platform is cumbersome to navigate, has limited features, and lacks modern appeal.
problem
Parents want an easy way to stay up to date with their kids’ academic activities and requirements in order to help them succeed at school, but the outdated design and feature limitations leave parents feeling helpless and under-informed.
analysis
LernSax is widely used by public schools in the German state of Saxony, but the platform is cumbersome to navigate, has limited features, and lacks modern appeal.
core issues
cluttered menus
lack of visuals
unclear hierarchy
poor use of space
objectives
modernize UI
replace clutter with value
improve navigation
limitations
limited access to users
focus on one target group
need for responsive consistency
approach
I took a heuristic approach to this mobile-first redesign, focusing on clarifying core tasks and reducing friction for parent users.
vision
Transform LernSax into a modern communication tool to help parents stay connected, informed, and confidently involved in their child’s school life.
user needs
After identifying three core user groups—the first-time school parent, parent representative, and part-time parent—I was able to better understand their needs and make initial design decisions that focused on the core issues.
persona example
"As a first-time school parent, I want to understand what is expected of me from the school and teachers so that I can help my child succeed."
Alma, 32
sketching to wireframing
With an iterative process, I addressed parents’ needs by focusing on core feature design.
Feature highlights: HOME
Feature highlights: CLASS
design system
Rethinking the visual language for LernSax meant striking the ideal balance between trustworthy and playful—a highlight of this project for me.
responsive design
It was important that LernSax be accessible on all devices, as users are accessing the platform at home and on-the-go.
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