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OVERVIEW This module introduces the learner to the essentials of Design Thinking. Over the course of the module, the learner will be introduced to the key theories and concepts of Design Thinking and then work in a team to address a real-world challenge. This module will present students with a real-world challenge and solutions in solving a problem. Experts will be available for interview, and students will be expected to interview members of the pubic/their community as relevant. This is will take place in the form of an Innovation Design Sprint over course of the module. This will involve students working in teams, following the Design Thinking process and presenting potential solutions in the form of a pitch. Over the course of the module, participants will be introduced to the five stages of Design Thinking through experiential learning activities, talks with guest speakers and team-based activities. Then working in multidisciplinary teams, participants will use the empathy phase to develop an insightful understanding of a real-world challenge before prototyping a creative solution. Design Thinking is a user-centric creative problem-solving process which is increasingly applied across public and private sectors to solve real-world challenges. It is a proven and repeatable approach that can be used to gain real-world insights and then to identify new opportunities, solve problems, and develop innovative solutions using an iterative process. This module is suitable for students from any discipline. It is suitable both for those with little or no prior experience of Design Thinking, as well as those who know the basics but want to apply the process in a real-world setting. There is no requirement to have any experience in Design Thinking to participate in this module. Our team of Facilitation and Entrepreneurial Specialists will introduce the students to the processes and tools that will enable the students to gain key insights and develop new ideas of value. SCHEDULE & MODE OF DELIVERY This module runs once in Trimester 2 Spring Trimester - in-person - March 20th to 24th includive Format: In-person workshops - 09:30 - 16:30 each day You must be available to attend and participate 9.30am - 4.30pm every day of the module and complete any pre-module tasks and post-module deliverables. UCD INNOVATION ACADEMY At the UCD Innovation Academy, we are Educator Practitioners with extensive real-world experience as academics, business and social entrepreneurs, tech thinkers, creative professionals and design thinking practitioners. Our teaching is grounded in academic rigour. Our focus is on ‘learning by doing’ in a real-world context. Classes include a combination of individual and team tasks and activities, along with discussions, presentations and reflection. Enrolment on an Innovation Academy module means a commitment to active participation and engagement, which necessitates attendance at all scheduled classes. Notes: Class Size : We limit our class size to 36 students or less. We require a minimum of 16 participants to ensure enough people for teamwork and a dynamic classroom environment. On very rare occasions, if fewer than 16 registered students register, we will offer students the opportunity to join another class. COVID-19 : Our courses will be run in accordance with good practice, University and Government guidelines around COVID-19. This module is intended to be taught in-person but we may switch to an online format in light of updated guidelines or circumstances. www.innovationacademy.ie Please visit module IA20190 Design Thinking (Online) for online options in January (Autumn Trimester) and March (Spring Trimester).