Project Overview

Reading support should feel like a quiet victory, not a struggle. Axiel is my UX design concept—a tool that empowers dyslexic students with multi-sensory reading, curated prompts, and rewards that keep them going. With features like text-to-speech and quizzes, it’s built to make every word count. I designed this with heart, knowing that tech can be a lifeline for those who need it most.

Problem Statement

Dyslexic students often hide their struggles, feeling shame in a world where reading feels like a battle, and current tools lack the spark to keep them engaged. Without motivating, multi-sensory resources, they’re left stuck, unable to build the confidence to grow as readers.

My Approach

As someone who’s wrestled with dyslexia, this project hit me right in the soul—I knew I had to design something that felt like a lifeline, not a lecture. My approach was all about heart: listening to dyslexic students, understanding their fears, and crafting a multi-sensory tool that sparks joy and confidence. I leaned on research and prototyping to build a solution that’s as empowering as a quiet victory, proving tech can be a faithful friend to those who need it most.

Design Process

I kicked things off by listening—really listening—to dyslexic students, digging into their struggles through interviews and surveys to feel their frustrations and hopes. I crafted personas that brought their stories to life, guiding every design choice. Next, I sketched wireframes to map a flow that’s clear and gentle, focusing on multi-sensory features like text-to-speech and visual cues. Using Figma, I built prototypes with a warm, inviting vibe, iterating based on user feedback to ensure it sparks joy and builds confidence. Usability testing was my final polish, making sure every tap felt like a step toward a win, because faith in the process means no reader gets left behind.

Minimum Viable Product (MVP)

A mobile app that empowers dyslexic students with a multi-sensory reading experience, featuring a curated library of engaging prompts, text-to-speech and visual cues, comprehension quizzes, and reward incentives to keep them motivated—because every word read is a step toward confidence.

Core Features

• Multi-Sensory Magic: Text-to-speech and visual cues turn reading into a supportive, engaging journey—because every word should feel like a win.
• Curated Story Stash: A library of prompts tailored to students’ interests, making reading a joy, not a chore.
• Quiz Time Spark: Comprehension quizzes that test skills and keep learners hooked with instant feedback.
• Reward Rally: Earnable incentives that cheer students on, fueling their drive to keep reading with heart.

Outcome & Impact

Axiel emerged as a beacon for dyslexic students, offering a multi-sensory app that transforms reading from a struggle into a joyful journey of growth. By blending engaging prompts, text-to-speech, and motivating rewards, it boosts comprehension and confidence, proving that design can be a lifeline. This case study shows I can craft inclusive solutions with heart, empowering users to conquer challenges one word at a time.

Key Takeaways

This project was a heart-driven mission—designing for dyslexic students like me taught me to put empathy first, using user research and Figma prototyping to craft a tool that truly supports. I sharpened my skills in usability testing and journey mapping, learning how to make every tap feel like a victory. It’s a reminder that with faith in the grind, I can build solutions that light up paths for others, one word at a time.