CYPHER Learning User Experience Interview

This document is a validated user interview that details the experiences of Gieshala Mims, a teacher and AI research educator, with the CYPHER Learning platform. The interview outlines how CYPHER Learning has been utilized in a flipped classroom model, allowing students to engage both synchronously and asynchronously. Mims describes the positive impact on student engagement and course management efficiency, noting a significant reduction in course creation time due to the platform's AI-driven features. The interview also highlights specific functionalities such as mastery tracking and debate tools that foster student interaction and critical thinking. Mims provides feedback on the platform's stability, scalability, and customer support, rating them highly. Areas for improvement are also mentioned, including the need for a saving function during typing and better integration with third-party tools. Overall, Mims expresses a strong recommendation for CYPHER Learning, emphasizing its transformative effect on her teaching approach and student engagement.