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An Introduction to Design Thinking

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Foster creativity and innovation with Design Thinking. Unleash student potential through this problem-solving framework for all learners.

60 minsCourse length
Multi DeviceAccess from mobile or laptop
4.89Course rating
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Description

Are you looking for an innovative way to foster creativity, inspire innovation, and engage every student in your classroom? Implementing Design Thinking can help unleash the creative potential of your students, while allowing them to pursue their individual interests and passions! Join Lauren Boucher and Brian Whitson to learn more about the Design Thinking process and how it can be used with any grade level or subject area. Participants will also have an opportunity to access done-for-you templates and support materials to create their own content-specific learning experiences that they can immediately use with their students.

Objectives

  1. Define Design Thinking and explain the role that empathy plays in the Design Thinking Process.
  2. List the steps of the Design Thinking Process and recognize the benefits of using it to empower learners.
Lauren Boucher, Digital Teaching & Learning Consultant
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Lauren Boucher

Lauren Boucher has 18+ years in public education, teaching 3rd grade, gifted K-8, and working as a Digital Teaching and Learning Coach. Now a Southeast Regional Consultant for the NC Department of Public Instruction, she shares innovative ed tech practices nationwide.

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