7 Things You Should Know About Design Thinking
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Contributions by: Greg Warman
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Sources(s): EDUCAUSE Publications Collection(s): EDUCAUSE 7 Things You Should Know
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Abstract
Design thinking is a structured approach for human-centered, creative problem solving that follows an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach where disparate perspectives are encouraged. The intent of design thinking is for participants to learn their way into a solution by understanding the needs of those who will ultimately use the solution being designed, brainstorming and prototyping ideas, and revising until a final product or model is established. Design thinking addresses challenges with a thoroughly evaluative approach, reducing the fear of failure. In educational settings, students are challenged to embrace rapid prototyping, present multiple ideas, and test each one.
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