1. Why is this site effective?
I feel this site is effective for a few reasons. Mainly, the viewers it draws share a universal passion/interest for the sport. On top of that, the format is set up so one can simply navigate with little experience on the site. I feel the links are simply and clearly stated for smooth navigation.
2. What specific principles of good design do they include and why?
I feel emphasis is the most obvious principle that this site uses. Catchy headlines, eye-popping images, and access to discussion boards and videos all emphasize the wealth of information the site has at a single click of the mouse. This site also utilizes proportion as the page always seems to have that perfect relationship between objects.
3. What makes you come back again?
The ease of updates or casual reading keeps me coming back. There are seemingly millions of sports websites but the fact I can catch the top headlines from the front page allows me to read the content quickly when time is limited.
4. What could be improved?
To be nit-picky, it would be fun to have an account with the site and customize what news, updates, videos, etc you see based on your selected preferences.
1. Why is this site effective?
I believe the site maintains simplicity. There is no need to spam a page with clutter, especially an online radio page. People access what they want, quickly and efficiently, and that retains traffic.
2. What specific principles of good design do they include and why?
Balance and unity really stick out to me on Pandora. The position in which links, search bar, and advertisements gives a welcoming feel to the page and gets you from point A to point B with no resistance.
3. What makes you come back again?
As stated before, efficiency is key. While people are continuously on the go, a simple set up goes a long way into keeping visitors interested.
4. What could be improved?
Advertisements are the only thing I see as an eye-sore.. but that's kind of the point of them. Other than that, I feel a possible, albeit, slight increase in font size could help.
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