Interdepartmental 116 - Introduction to Design Thinking

This introduction to design thinking skills emphasizes hands-on, collaborative designdriven by user input. Students will critique their own and each others’ designs, and review existing technology designs to evaluate how well design principles are guided by the practices of the intended user. The class will focus on using qualitative research observations to inspire new approaches to design. Students will iteratively design a multimedia approach to framing problems, to communicating ideas, and to exploring the ethical, political, and social implications of design in the world. S/U only. Enrollment limited to 16.