Design Thinking and Creativity
This course explores innovative problem-solving techniques and helps participants bring their ideas to life. Through the principles of design thinking, students will learn to empathize with stakeholders or their own goals, define challenges, ideate solutions, prototype ideas, and test outcomes. This hands-on course empowers participants to approach problems creatively and is ideal for individuals in roles requiring innovation, teamwork, and adaptability.
Topics Covered
Introduction to Design Thinking
- What is design thinking?
- Overview of the design thinking process
- The importance of creativity in problem-solving
Empathizing with Stakeholders
- Conducting interviews and surveys
- Understanding user needs and perspectives
- Developing empathy maps
Defining Challenges
- Framing problems effectively
- Identifying key challenges
- Prioritizing areas for innovation
Ideation
- Brainstorming techniques
- Encouraging divergent thinking
- Refining and selecting ideas
Prototyping Solutions
- Creating simple prototypes
- Gathering feedback through testing
- Iterating on design
Testing and Implementation
- Evaluating prototypes in real-world settings
- Scaling successful ideas
- Embedding design thinking into workflows
Pricing
$ 210 00
Per Hour
- $260.00 Per Hour for In-Person
**There is a 3% processing fee for using Credit Cards**
**In-home classes are subject to an additional fee of $50 per hour**