Explore Design Thinking
Creative Problem-Solving for All
“A brief yet insightful immersion into the world of Design Thinking. It is designed for individuals and teams looking to grasp this problem-solving methodology’s fundamentals and human-centred approach.”
This workshop provides an introductory exploration of Design Thinking, focusing on its human-centred approach to addressing real-world challenges. Participants will learn to transform everyday issues into solvable products or services. Engage in hands-on exercises that emphasize teamwork, communication, and innovative pedagogy.
Whether you’re an educator seeking to invigorate your teaching or a business team looking to boost innovation, this workshop offers valuable insights into Design Thinking’s potential for real-world impact. This interactive session empowers participants to tackle challenges with creativity and innovation, enhancing teaching methods and workplace solutions.
Join us for this dynamic workshop and unlock the power of Design Thinking. Together, we’ll explore new horizons in creativity and make a real-world impact.
More info for Business Teams
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Teams of 8-20
Designed to: introduce the principles of Design Thinking.
Ideal for: New or existing teams
Half or Full Day
In Person
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Introduction to Design Thinking Principles:
Real-World Challenge:
Defining the Problem
Ideation
Prototyping
User Testing
Redesign and Presentation
Reflection and Takeaways
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Design Thinking Fundamentals
Human-Centered Problem Solving
Idea Generation
Collaboration
More info for Educators
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Teams of 8-20
Designed to: introduce Design Thinking and how to introduce DT into teaching methods.
Ideal for: educators and instructional designers
Half or Full Day
In Person
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Introduction to Design Thinking: An overview of the human-centred approach and its applications.
Problem-Solving Activities: Engage in hands-on exercises, converting everyday issues into solvable projects.
Individual Focus: Emphasis on the unique challenges and solutions participants encounter.
Creative Thinking: Encourage fresh perspectives and innovative problem-solving methods.
Application: Address current issues with new insights gained during the workshop.
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Introduction to Design Thinking Principles: Begin the day with an introduction to the foundational principles of Design Thinking, emphasizing its human-centred approach and relevance in real-world problem-solving scenarios.
Real-World Challenge: Dive into an authentic, real-world challenge, setting the stage for the day’s hands-on learning experience. Participants will choose a challenge they’re passionate about addressing.
Defining the Problem: Explore the first step of Design Thinking, problem definition. Learn how to empathize with the user, understand their needs, and reframe the challenge for creative solutions.
Ideation: Encourage brainstorming and idea generation to identify potential solutions. Participants will engage in collaborative sessions to expand their creativity and innovation.
Prototyping: Transform ideas into tangible prototypes. This hands-on step involves crafting solutions to test and evaluate their effectiveness.
User Testing: Conduct user testing sessions to gain valuable feedback and insights. Understand how users interact with prototypes to refine solutions.
Redesign and Presentation: Based on user feedback, redesign prototypes to enhance usability and effectiveness. Prepare presentations to showcase proposed solutions.
Reflection and Takeaways: Conclude the day with reflection and takeaways. Participants will discuss their experiences, insights, and the applicability of Design Thinking principles in educational contexts. Each participant will leave with a clearer understanding of integrating these principles into their teaching methods.
