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Human usability pilot

Help test the reader experience.

We are preparing a small, structured round of independent readers to find where the book, workbook, and website are clear—and where a reader pauses, misunderstands, or loses confidence.

Five readersA small first round with varied experience
35–60 minutesIndependent reading and one controlled exercise
Usability onlyNot scientific validation of the scoring framework

Who we need

The first group should include independent adults who were not involved in writing or editing the material. We want varied perspectives, including at least two people with little or no UAP expertise and at least one reader with a technical background. Each person should be able to work without coaching and give candid feedback.

What readers will do

  1. 01

    Read selected pages and use the website to find the matching resource.

  2. 02

    Complete one fictional, controlled case without help from the author.

  3. 03

    Mark wording, instructions, or navigation that causes hesitation or confusion.

  4. 04

    Answer short comprehension and usability questions in their own words.

Clear boundaries

Participation is voluntary, and a reader may stop at any time. The pilot will use a fictional case and will not ask for personal sighting, health, or other sensitive details. Feedback will guide wording, layout, navigation, and instructions. It will not establish that the author-developed assessment is scientifically validated.

Express interest

The pilot is being prepared now. Joining this list tells us you may be interested; it does not guarantee selection. Invitations and the final test instructions will be sent only when the materials are ready.