Design Thinking for Curriculum Development

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of design thinking as applied to curriculum development. Students will learn how to use design thinking methodologies to create innovative and effective curricula that meet the needs of diverse learners. The course will cover key concepts such as backward design, Understanding by Design (UbD), empathy maps, and user testing. Students will develop the skills to empathize with learners, define educational challenges, ideate solutions, prototype curriculum components, and test their effectiveness. By the end of this course, students will be equipped to apply design thinking and human-centered design methodologies to create engaging and impactful educational experiences. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: IDCB 500 , IDCB 510 .