Courses Announcement | Free Online Course on Design Thinking Fundamentals
Company: edX
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Course Title: Design Thinking Fundamentals
About the Course:
edX invites learners to join the Design Thinking Fundamentals course — a free online program designed to introduce participants to the foundational principles and processes of design thinking. This course explores how this flexible yet systematic approach can be used to define and solve complex problems across various industries. Participants will understand how user-centered design and innovative thinking drive the creation of meaningful and effective solutions.
What You’ll Learn:
By the end of this six-week course, you will be able to:
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Describe the systematic process to define and solve problems.
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Formulate creative ideas for problem-solving.
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Discuss solutions that combine product configuration, functionality, and user experience.
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Identify the core processes and methods of design thinking.
Instructors:
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Dr. Lorraine Justice: Professor of Design with over a decade of experience in digital media product development. She earned her Master’s and PhD degrees from The Ohio State University, where she also taught Graphic Design, Industrial Design, and Design Research.
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Dan Harel: An industrial and furniture designer with over 30 years of hands-on experience in innovation and research, particularly focused on the home and workplace of the future.
Course Details:
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Duration: 6 weeks
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Language: English
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Certificate: Available upon completion
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Course Fees: Free
Start the Course: Click here to enroll