LINC 77D: DESIGN THINKING CHALLENGES
Foothill College Course Outline of Record
| Heading | Value |
|---|---|
| Units: | 2 |
| Hours: | 2 lecture per week (24 total per quarter) |
| Advisory: | Experience with internet software tools, browsers, hyperlinks, online media resources, and basic skills using a computer. |
| Degree & Credit Status: | Degree-Applicable Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | CSU |
| Grade Type: | Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass) |
| Repeatability: | Not Repeatable |
Student Learning Outcomes
- Define and explain the design thinking process.
Description
Course Objectives
The student will be able to:
A. Define and explain the design thinking process
B. Effectively work in groups to research the opportunities available to implement design thinking process
C. Develop strategies for effective design thinking activities, based on audience, in groups and across a broad spectrum of real-world challenges
D. Create and present prototype solutions to real-world audiences
Course Content
A. Definition and explanation of the design thinking process
1. Definition
2. Explanation of benefits
3. Effective collaboration
B. While in groups, researching opportunities available to implement design thinking process
1. Opportunities available locally
2. Opportunities available globally
C. Developing strategies for effective design thinking activities, based on audience, in groups and across a broad spectrum of real-world challenges
1. Networking connections to explore challenges
2. Personal challenges
3. Professional challenges
4. World challenges
D. Creation and presentation of prototype solutions to real-world audiences
1. Creation of prototype solutions to at least two challenges
2. Presentation of prototype solutions to real-world audiences
3. Critical feedback within groups and whole class
Lab Content
Not applicable.
Special Facilities and/or Equipment
B. When taught via the internet: Students must have current email accounts and/or ongoing access to computers with email software, web browsing capability, and access to the World Wide Web.
Method(s) of Evaluation
The student will demonstrate proficiency by:
A. Developing a project utilizing design thinking for the participant's specific purposes, whether educational, business-related or personal.
B. Presentation of their web-based project to peers.
C. Making constructive contributions to class discussions.
Method(s) of Instruction
During periods of instruction the student will be:
A. Listening actively to lecture presentations delivered in student-centered learning style by taking notes, following demonstrations, or completing an activity
B. Participating in facilitated discussions of live presentations, readings or video presentations
C. Presenting in small group and whole class situations
Representative Text(s) and Other Materials
Instructor-assigned notes and materials.
Example textbook:
Brown, Tim, and Barry Katz. Change by Design: How Design Thinking Transforms Organizations and Inspires Innovation. New York, NY: Harper Business, 2011. Print.
Although this text is older than the suggested "5 years or newer" standard, it remains a seminal text in this area of study.
When course is taught online: Additional information, notes, handouts, syllabus, assignments, tests, and other relevant course material will be delivered by email and on the World Wide Web, and discussion may be handled with internet communication tools.
Types and/or Examples of Required Reading, Writing, and Outside of Class Assignments
A. Each week requires the student to read and analyze selected websites or student projects related to that week's topic.
B. Each week's topic requires a written response to a prompt that is turned in to the instructor for review. Each prompt is designed to be a draft of a section of the student's completed project. Instructor feedback should be reflected in the final product.
C. Each week's topic requires the student to participate in a weekly discussion prompt based on that week's readings and assignment. Students are to respond to other students' responses offering support, suggestions, alternative ideas, and resources.