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Student Solutions 101

WordPress Website Development

I had the pleasure of working with Student Solutions 101, an educational platform aimed at empowering students in critical subjects like Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. This project involved creating a fully functional e-learning website tailored to the client’s needs, incorporating several advanced features for an exceptional user experience.

Key Features:

  • Course Management System: Designed and implemented a platform where courses are sold seamlessly, allowing students to browse, enrol, and purchase courses easily.
  • Google Calendar Integration: Implemented automatic appointment scheduling synced with Google Calendar, ensuring both students and instructors stay organized.
  • Student Dashboards: Setup personalized dashboards where students can track their orders, view enrolled courses, and monitor their progress.
  • Performance and Aesthetic Design: Delivered beautifully designed, brand-consistent pages optimized for fast loading speeds to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.

This project was a rewarding challenge that combined functionality with sleek design, ensuring that Student Solutions 101 is not just an educational platform but also a modern and efficient tool for learning.

Project Overview

Student Solutions 101 is an educational service based in Claremont, South Africa, dedicated to enhancing students' academic performance through specialized online masterclasses. They focus on critical subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, offering targeted sessions like the Grade 11 Euclidean Geometry masterclass. These classes equip students with analytical techniques, common pitfalls to avoid, and expert tips to maximize their scores. By providing such tailored support, Student Solutions 101 aims to boost students' confidence and competence in tackling complex topics.

About the Client

Student Solutions 101 was founded by Mishka, a passionate educator with two BSc degrees from the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. Mishka’s mission is to transform students' relationships with learning, particularly in maths and science, through engaging and meaningful online experiences. Her approach is built on simplifying the learning process, encouraging a positive attitude toward mistakes, and creating affordable learning opportunities for all students, including those from low-income backgrounds. Through SS101, Mishka has helped hundreds of students rediscover the joy of learning and achieve their academic goals.

Launched: 17 January 2025

Client Review

Mishka Essop

★★★★★

If you’re a small business owner who wants a quality website, then Baxter is an excellent choice. He truly went above and beyond with our project and created a well-designed and, more importantly, well-functioning site that my students and their parents enjoy using. Furthermore, he provides wonderful support and is always there to answer my questions.

January 20, 2025

My Role

For Student Solutions 101, I undertook the task of transforming their existing e-learning platform into a more efficient and user-friendly solution. The goal was to refine the customer journey and enhance the website’s overall usability, creating a seamless experience for students and instructors alike.

My Role and Contributions:

  • Customer Journey Optimization: Analyzed the existing website to identify pain points and areas of improvement, then restructured the site to offer a smoother navigation and purchasing process.
  • Menu Redesign: Built a dynamic and intuitive menu system that provides multiple clear pathways for purchasing courses, making it easier for users to find what they need.
  • Course Management System: Enhanced the course-selling experience with features such as student dashboards to track orders and enrolled courses.
  • Google Calendar Integration: Automated appointment scheduling synced with Google Calendar for effortless session management.
  • Mailchimp Integration: Ensured that every form on the website included a seamless Mailchimp signup option, supporting email marketing and audience engagement.
  • Design and Speed Enhancements: Delivered visually appealing pages optimized for fast loading times while maintaining consistency with the brand identity.

The result is a highly functional e-learning platform that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of both the client and their students.

Challenges

The primary challenge was navigating the absence of a handover from the previous agency.

The Process

Planning & Research

Extensive research and testing were conducted to identify the best solution for implementing automated appointment scheduling seamlessly integrated with Google Calendar. Additionally, in-depth analysis of user menus was undertaken to determine which items and structure would make the most sense for the target audience, ensuring an intuitive and efficient navigation experience.

Outcome

Finished Design

Reflection

In the future, I’ll prioritize early-stage testing to identify potential issues sooner and prevent them from impacting the project timeline.

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