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Stanford University

Stanford Webinar - Apply Design Thinking in Your Work

Stanford University via YouTube

Overview

Learn how to apply design thinking in your work by understanding the design thinking process, mindsets, and tools such as empathy mapping, Maslow's hierarchy, and brainstorming techniques. The course teaches frameworks for empathy, effective brainstorming methods, and the importance of reframing ideas. The teaching method includes interactive activities like group brainstorming and idea selection. This course is designed for individuals interested in incorporating design thinking principles into their work to drive innovation and problem-solving.

Syllabus

Introduction.
DESIGN THINKING started at Stanford.
TRANSFORMING WORK-d.thinking.
DESIGN THINKING - PROCESS.
DESIGN THINKING - MINDSETS.
DESIGN THINKING - TWO THINGS.
EMPATHY MAPPING.
MASLOWS HIERARCHY.
Frameworks FOR EMPATHY.
BRAINSTORMING (FOR REAL).
Jazz ensemble = brainstorming group.
It's partly a 10,000 hours problem.
4 Steps to Better Brainstorming.
Re-)Framing.
Warming Up - Part of the Process.
Brainstorming everyone writes/posts their own ideas.
Grouping and Selecting.
Take-aways.
Meet Today's Speakers.
Innovation Masters Series: Design Thinking and the Art of Innovation.

Taught by

Stanford Online

Reviews

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  • Declan McStravick
    I thought that this course was extremely beneficial towards a business mindset. The course was well-structured and the instructor was very knowledgeable and engaging. It covered a wide range of topics related to design thinking, from the basics of the design process to more advanced topics such as prototyping and user testing. I found the course to be very informative and I was able to apply the concepts to my own work. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to learn more about this

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