skill atom

This note last modified September 1, 2024

skill atoms

an atomic feedback loop between the user and the system that is organized around a central challenge or skill.

acts as a motivational design lens

  • what motivations energize and direct the activity
  • what challenges are inherent in the activity
    • What challenges can be removed through automation or usability improvements?
    • What challenges remain for the user to get better at?
  • How does my system articulate the inherent challenge in the goals and connect them to user motivation
  • What actions can users take to achieve goals
  • what objects can users act on
  • what rules does my system articulate that determine allowable actions
    • What feedback does my system provide on the rules
  • What feedback does my system provide on user success