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Module 0
Design Thinking Academy
Take a look at the information below to see if this course is something that intrigues you or strikes questions or ideas for how this might be helpful for your teaching and learning. This Module 0 is not part of our structured course, but rather a brief introduction to Design Thinking.
With the possibility of having to teach (and receive Professional Development) at a distance in mind, we’ve created this program to be completed both online and with limited “face” (synchronous) time. The program is made up of 3 learning cycles, with each consisting of:
Synchronous Experiential
A live virtual session where you will LEARN by DOING.
Asynchronous Learning & Reflection
A “deeper dive” component where you complete the Virtual Course Playlist of videos, resources and activities asynchronously (on your own).
Job Embedded Application
An opportunity to apply what you learned from the live session with your students, during instructional time. This can be done in a face-to-face environment or remotely.
Synchronous Reflection with Mentor
A chance to reflect on and debrief your experiences with a design thinking mentor.
Who
The Design Thinking Academy has been designed with all educators in mind. Design Thinking concepts can begin as early as kindergarten and refined throughout the years all the way up to 12th grade students. As this is a practice that has been implemented by many businesses, the concepts and thinking strategies know no age boundaries!
What
Have you heard about Design Thinking and wondered what it was or if it was something that would work for your classroom teaching and learning? Well, look no further!
To get started with this course you will need a computer, stable Internet connection, pencil/pen, paper, and sticky notes. Any recyclable or building materials for prototying will be helpful.
Where & WhEN
This learning opportunity will provide you with a flexible learning experience through both real time (synchronous) online sessions and self-paced (asynchronous) learning and reflections.
The calendar will be discussed at our first meeting as well as the pacing for the modules and their contents.
WhY
By participating in this course, some of the the outcomes you can expect:
Increased student engagement
Better opportunity to connect to real-world situations
PBL offers more natural opportunities to develop critical employability skills
Human-centered focus of Design Thinking helps students look at the world around them through a more empathetic lens.
HOW
In this multifaceted program you will:
Identify ways to incorporate existing content into project-based and problem-based lessons
Build the employability skills in your students that businesses say are critical for today’s workforce
Receive personal coaching from mentors who’ve gone through the training themselves as you implement what you learn
Hear how industry professionals use the same process in their work and projects
Help your students build empathy for others as they look beyond themselves and their own needs.
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