講義概要

In today’s society, there are a number of problems that can be solved through the thinking way of design, or design thinking, from simple designs to large and complex social problems.
The goals of this class are to learn the fundamentals of design thinking, as well as to propose solutions to actual problems in the real world.
Students are first to learn the concept and methods of design thinking, and then to form groups and propose solutions through actual practices, including field study, research, ideation, and prototyping.

講義の目的

In today’s society, there are a number of problems that can be solved through the thinking way of design, or design thinking, from simple designs to large and complex social problems.
The goals of this class are to learn the fundamentals of design thinking, as well as to propose solutions to actual problems in the real world.
Students are first to learn the concept and methods of design thinking, and then to form groups and propose solutions through actual practices, including field study, research, ideation, and prototyping.

講義計画

1. Introduction to Design Thinking
2. Design Research
3. Synthesis + Opportunity Area
4. Ideation + Concept Development
5. Prototype
6. Business Design
7. Storytelling
8. Final Proposal

教科書・参考書等

Tim Brown (2009). Change by Design. Harper Business.
Tom Kelley, David Kelley (2013). Creative Confidence. Crown Business.
Marc Stickdorn, Jakob Schneider (eds.) (2011). This Is Service Design Thinking. Bis Pub.
Gavin Ambrose, Paul Harris (2011). Design Thinking. AVA Publishing

成績評価

Final project report: 40%
Final proposal: 40%
Class contribution: 20%

担当教員の一言

This class will be conducted in English. Active participation in class discussion will be highly evaluated.