Design of Learning Environments 2- Design Thinking

Catalog description

This course is structured for students to learn design thinking principles principles experientially. Design thinking is a critical tool and problem-solving methodology that is human-centered; values qualitative research merged with quantitative metrics; and applies prototyping to services, processes and experiences. Students will apply design thinking methods to conduct basic qualitative research and work to develop a new model for transformation on a real and relevant education challenge. This course is ideal for working professionals in the education, non-profit and social entrepreneurship sectors, wanting to apply a robust methodology that yields innovative insights and actionable results. This course is only available to students in the Education Entrepreneurship program.