DSGN 501 Design Thinking: Observations and Insights

An in-depth investigation of existing frameworks to identify opportunities for innovation and improved user experience. The empathic design process and design research methods will be used to produce thoughtful insights.

Learning to see and expect end-user interactions will aid the design thinker in anticipating areas of need and improvement.

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After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to provide a thread in response to the provided prompt for each Discussion. Each thread must be 500 words, include at least two scholarly citations, and demonstrate course-related knowledge. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to 2 other classmates’ threads. Each reply must be 300 words. (CLO: A, B, C)

The student will write a 4-page research-based paper in current MLA format that focuses on a psychological theory used in design solutions. The paper must include at least 4 references in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLO: A)

The student will write a 4-page research-based paper in current MLA format that focuses on human centered design theories applied to an instant messaging app. The paper must include at least 4 references in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLO: A, B)

The student will write a 6-page research-based paper in current MLA format that focuses on a real world design solution and evaluates the end result from a human centered design context. The paper must include at least 6 references in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLO: A, C)

The student will write a 4-page research-based paper in current MLA format that focuses on using accessibility design or the lack thereof to create enhanced design solutions and improved user experiences. The paper must include at least 4 references in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLO: A, B, C)

The student will create 3 user personas based on module learn content using the provided template and example. This assignment should include at least 3 citations in current MLA format. (CLO: C)

The student will write a 6-page research-based paper in current MLA format that focuses on a specific design problem, and proposes a solution utilizing empathic  human centered design for improved user experiences. The paper must include at least 6 reference(s) in addition to the course textbooks and the Bible. (CLO: A, B, C)

The student will create a 10 slide PowerPoint presentation that visualizes the information from the “Solving a Design Problem Research Assignment” in a condensed and visually appealing manner.  (CLO: A, B, C)

Each quiz will cover the Learn material for the assigned module(s): week(s). Each quiz will be open-book/open-notes, contain 5 multiple-choice and true/false questions and have a 15 minute time limit.