Design Thinking for Self-Regulated Learning (Mathiné)

We are addressing the cognitive overload caused by the fragmented digital ecosystem in higher education. By prototyping tools like "Mathiné," we aim to streamline academic task management and improve student self-efficacy through centralized task breakdown and time-boxing.

The Challenge

Modern higher education relies on a complex digital ecosystem where multiple tools lead to cognitive overload. This fragmentation impairs a student’s fundamental ability to plan and manage tasks effectively.

Our Solution

Mathiné is an academic task and time management tool designed to navigate these institutional constraints. Our development process meticulously documents non-technical, bureaucratic hurdles (like UVic CAS integration and API access) as part of the engineering log.

Key Objectives

  • Iterative prototyping of centralized task breakdown tools.
  • Integration with institutional systems to reduce friction.
  • Measurable improvement in student self-efficacy and foundational academic behaviors.