Application Of Design Thinking Research Articles

The 4S Model for AI Adoption

Overview Organizations often face challenges in exploiting the opportunities of digital technologies due to a technology-­centric focus that overlooks user value. This study explores how organizations can develop artificial intelligence (AI)-based solutions from a human-centered perspective. An in-depth case study of two projects that use both design thinking and technology development to adopt AI solutions, yielded a new hybrid approach, which we call the 4S Model. The 4S Model, which combines design thinking and technology development approaches for adopting AI-based solutions, draws on the theoretical lens of microfoundations, defining (1) the process phases (storming, solving, scoping, scaling); (2) the individuals involved (designers, technology experts, users); and (3) the structure and tools required (blueprint, pilot AI solutions, façade prototyping). The 4S Model provides guidelines for organizations seeking to apply design thinking to the deployment of AI.

Flipped online teaching of histology and embryology with design thinking: design, practice and reflection

BackgroundFlexible hybrid teaching has become the new normal of basic medical education in the postepidemic era. Identifying ways to improve the quality of curriculum teaching and achieve high-level talent training is a complex problem that urgently needs to be solved. Over the course of the past several semesters, the research team has integrated design thinking (DT) into undergraduate teaching to identify, redesign and solve complex problems in achieving curriculum teaching and professional talent training objectives.MethodsThis study is an observational research. A total of 156 undergraduate stomatology students from Jining Medical University in 2021 were selected to participate in two rounds of online flipped teaching using the design thinking EDIPT (empathy, definition, idea, prototype, and test) method. This approach was applied specifically to the chapters on the respiratory system and female reproductive system. Data collection included student questionnaires, teacher-student interviews, and exam scores. GraphPad Prism software was used for data analysis, and the statistical method was conducted by multiple or unpaired t test.ResultsAccording to the questionnaire results, the flipped classroom teaching design developed using design thinking methods received strong support from the majority of students, with nearly 80% of students providing feedback that they developed multiple abilities during the study process. The interview results indicated that teachers generally believed that using design thinking methods to understand students' real needs, define teaching problems, and devise instructional design solutions, along with testing and promptly adjusting the effectiveness through teaching practices, played a highly positive role in improving teaching and student learning outcomes. A comparison of exam scores showed a significant improvement in the exam scores of the class of 2021 stomatology students in the flipped teaching chapters compared to the class of 2020 stomatology students, and this difference was statistically significant. However, due to the limitation of the experimental chapter scope, there was no significant difference in the overall course grades.ConclusionThe study explores the application of design thinking in histology and embryology teaching, revealing its positive impact on innovative teaching strategies and students' learning experience in medical education. Online flipped teaching, developed through design thinking, proves to be an effective and flexible method that enhances student engagement and fosters autonomous learning abilities.

The Application of Design Thinking and Project-Based Learning in Human–Computer Interaction Courses for Construction Engineering Students

The Application of Design Thinking and Project-Based Learning in Human–Computer Interaction Courses for Construction Engineering Students

Applying Design Thinking to Educational Robotics : A Thematic Literature Review

Applying Design Thinking to Educational Robotics : A Thematic Literature Review

DESIGN THINKING FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE ABILITIES OF ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANS IN VOCATIONAL COLLEGES

Relevance it arises from the necessity to look for new ways and means of professional training of future specialists in the context of the renewal of the educational paradigm and the expansion of society's technological capabilities. The article reveals the urgency of the research topic, analyses existing approaches to the interpretation of the term design thinking. In the course of the scientific research, it was found that in the context of applying effective ways to form the professional competence of electrical technicians, the design thinking technology deserves attention, the use of which is a powerful effective tool for developing innovative thinking of students, what is extremely important in an era of rapid change, innovation and increased mobility in all spheres of life in the modern world. Aim: to determine the prospects for introducing design thinking technology to develop the creative abilities of future electrical engineers in vocational colleges. Methods: analysis and synthesis – to determine the stage of problem progress under study and the peculiarities of applying design thinking technology for the improvement of future electrical engineers' creative abilities; generalisation – to formulate conclusions and recommendations for the implementation of design thinking technology for the students' development in vocational colleges; diagnostic (testing, conversation, interview) - to find out the development level of future electrical engineers' design thinking; application of Pearson's ꭓ2 (chi-square) consistency criterion for statistical analysis of the experimental study results. Results: A system for developing design thinking in future electrical technicians within the framework of the course "Power Supply of Enterprises and Civil Engineering Structures" has been designed to increase the effectiveness of using a modern approach to designing innovative products and developing creative abilities. To develop this system, we identified and analysed the methodological principles that characterise the design thinking process. The highlighted stages of applying the design thinking method in the professional training of future electrical technicians are focused on solving a problem situation and getting out of it, the ability to generate ideas, change and improve their project based on the identified shortcomings, and develop skills in working with digital technologies. Conclusion: design thinking is a tool that can be used to project the future and find innovative ways to solve complex problems. It is a technology that meets all the challenges of the times, improves the quality of professional training, and contributes to the formation of the professional competence of future electrical engineers in professional pre-higher education institutions.

Integrating design thinking into social work education: a scoping review of practices and identification of opportunities for curriculum innovation

ABSTRACT The contemporary context of Australian social work education creates opportunities for social work educators to reimagine curriculum design and delivery. We propose that design thinking offers one means of broadening approaches to social work teaching in creative and innovative ways. With a focus on the application of knowledge to industry ‘problems’ and ‘person-centered’ solutions, design thinking may complement the social justice values of social work and help advance the social change mandate of the profession. In educational settings, it may encourage students to engage more actively in processes of knowledge translation and in the identification of person-centered solutions to social problems. Yet there is very little literature on the application of design thinking in the social sciences and even less specifically relevant to teaching social work. Our paper reports on an international scoping review (n = 73) of existing approaches to teaching design thinking in higher education settings and considers their potential application to creative and innovative social work curriculum. This research contributes to understandings of the potential of design thinking for critical social work education in a changing higher education context.

Development of a Medical Humanities Course Based on Design Thinking and Medical Students’ Perceptions

Amid the increasing interest in medical humanities education, this study developed a medical humanities course that utilized design thinking to foster creative thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills that pre-medical students should possess. The course’s efficacy was assessed by evaluating improvements in core design thinking skills. The present study was conducted among 83 first-year medical students after planning and implementing a design thinking course. The reflection journals written by students along the course of the class were examined using the template analysis technique to evaluate the effectiveness of the class. The study’s primary findings showed the successful development of step-by-step medical humanities education content utilizing design thinking and its practical implementation in a class. Moreover, the course improved students’ core design thinking skills effectively, and in a balanced way. These results illustrate the effective application of design thinking in medical school through a medical humanities course. These findings indicate that a medical humanities course can help medical students showcase their abilities to collaborate and solve problems in the real world. This paper suggests the need for further research to develop a curriculum that integrates design thinking and investigate the relationship between medical students’ core competencies and design thinking-based courses.

Inclusive Design Capabilities of Diploma-Level Industrial Design Students: An Empirical Investigation

This research delves into assessing diploma-level industrial design students’ proficiency in employing design thinking in their projects in Malaysia. The study addresses the difference between practical skills and design thinking, comprehensively evaluating the students’ capabilities. Malaysia’s industrial design diploma program is designed to equip students with the requisite skills and knowledge for a successful career, emphasising creating functional and aesthetically pleasing products that enhance lives. The research seeks to gain insights into the student’s ability to apply design thinking principles throughout the product design process, mainly focusing on their comprehension and implementation at each stage. The study involved observing students working on a project themed “Redefining Local Culture,” which aimed to breathe new life into local traditions through design. The research also incorporated industry mentorship to enhance the student’s practical application of design thinking, highlighting the significance of integrating industry insights into the curriculum. The findings underscore the importance of integrating design processes and design thinking into the curriculum to produce well-prepared graduates for the demands of the design industry. The study proposes curriculum enhancements that focus on aligning academic knowledge with practical application, ultimately aiming to bridge the gap and better prepare diploma students for the industrial design sector in Malaysia.

Exploration of The Teaching and Learning Model Using the Design Thinking Method in Developing Community-Based Tourism

Objective: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the tourism industry, leading to a shift towards community-based tourism. Therefore, new reality, innovative and effective teaching and learning models are needed for the communities. This study investigates the utilization of the Design Thinking method in the development of community-based tourism as a teaching and learning model following the COVID-19 pandemic. Theoretical framework: Literature in this study was based on design thinking method and its application on education and tourism. Method: Data were collected using in-depth interview and observation. 10 informants were approached and involved during the interview consisting of 6 students majoring in tourism management and 4 tourism stakeholders who had participated actively in community development. Results and conclusion: Overall, this study found that the design thinking method has proven to be an effective tool for solving complex problems and creating innovative solutions, and that its application in teaching and learning models for community-based tourism can help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, encourage creative thinking, and foster a collaborative learning environment. Research implications: Design thinking method can help students develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, and leadership, which are essential for success in both academic and professional settings. Originality/value: Innovative and original solutions for tourism services are fostered by the application of design thinking.

DESIGN THINKING FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES: COMPARATIVE STUDY OF DESIGN THINKING TECHNIQUE TO ENHANCE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS FOR STUDENTS OF ENGLISH AND TEACHERS OF VARIOUS ACADEMIC FIELDS

Design thinking is a dynamic approach and mindset employed to explore innovative and creative solutions to a wide range of challenges. At its core, design thinking places significant emphasis on the individual, their emotions and needs. Professionals who embrace design thinking actively seek out issues that impact people and offer appropriate solutions that will benefit users. Consequently, design thinking is an ongoing and iterative process, continuously researching and enhancing a product or service to the user’s satisfaction. This study aims to compare how English language and culture in specialized communication students and university teachers of various academic disciplines at the University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava and the Faculty of Materials Science and Technology at Trnava, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Slovakia, perceive the application of design thinking in the educational process. Two workshops were conducted to explore the application of design thinking in American literature seminars, with a total of 45 students who took part in the survey. The third workshop focused on enhancing intercultural awareness through online seminars and searching for the most appropriate methods of teaching intercultural communication in the online space. The workshop had a total of 25 students, with 21 participating in the research. A pilot workshop for teachers was organized in May 2023 within the project titled “Support of internal systems for ensuring the quality of higher education at the University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava, Slovakia”, with 25 university teachers participating (21 of whom took part in the survey). The research results indicate that both students and teachers perceive design thinking as a suitable method for the current educational process. Students identified presentation skills as their biggest challenge, whereas teachers did not face significant issues in this area due to their profession. Conversely, teachers expressed difficulties with digital skills, which were less prevalent among the students. Design thinking offers numerous benefits to students by creating a supportive learning environment. Additionally, for teachers, this method can become a part of their lifelong learning, as innovation relies on their motivation and efforts to teach traditional content differently.

ANALISIS PENGARUH PENERAPAN DESIGN THINKING PADA BISNIS RINTISAN (STUDI KASUS: WIRAUSAHA MERDEKA UNIVERSITAS PADJADJARAN)

A startup business is a business that is still in the development phase. Currently, the growth of startups in Indonesia is increasing rapidly, making Indonesia the 6th country with the most startups. The development of startups is certainly inseparable from the increasingly complex challenges in the business sector. This certainly makes design thinking relevant as a tool to understand users, identify problems and opportunities and create solutions. Quantitative research was conducted on students participating in the Merdeka Entrepreneur program at Padjadjaran University to find out whether the application of design thinking can have an influence on the startup business being run. The results of statistical analysis show that the design thinking variable has a positive value on startup businesses. With these findings, researchers highlight the importance of design thinking skills in bridging entrepreneurs in facing challenges in the business sector.
 
 Key words: Design Thinking, Startup

PENGGUNAAN DESIGN THHINKING DALAM PENGEMBANGAN PRODUK DISTRO “START FROM SCRATCH”

Currently, in Indonesia, the fashion industry is growing rapidly, especially in line with technological advances. Apparel industry or fashion owrld is also one of the sectors whose development is being prioritized out of the five manufacturing sectors. Distro clothing is ready-to-wear clothing that is currently growing and popular. This distribution is the fastest growing fast fashion clothing concept that has spread rapidly throughout the world because it is the most purchased item and the price is also cheap. To be able to attract consumers and competitive in the market, innovation is needed in a product or business that must be solved. This research was conducted with the aim of understanding the application of design thinking method in the development of clothing products that will be sold to the market. Apart from that, it also aims to encourage creativity and innovation in the clothing industry, solve problems and create creative solutions, understand consumer needs more deeply, and reduce the risk of failure. This study uses the design thinking method which consists of five stages, namely empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. The result of this research is that the application of design thinking can be used as a method for designing or developing a product because it functions to find solutions or assist in solving problems and assist in understanding market movements.

Desain User Interface Dan User Experience Prototype Mobile Learning Menggunakan Metode Design Thinking Metode Design Thinking

Abstract - Do Up uses the website as online learning. users complain about the accessibility of the website with some minimal features and an unattractive UI when accessed via a smartphone will make the UX limited and will limit user interaction in using Do Up. Designing UI and UX prototypes of mobile learning at startup Do Up, using the design thinking method to solve problems and find the right solution according to the user's wishes. The author applies design thinking in this research. The author makes an illustration in the form of a Do Up mobile learning UI design that is in accordance with user needs and provides the design to Do Up stakeholders. In SEQ there are 4 scales given by users, namely 4.5, 6 and 7 scale. Most users give a 7 scale on the UI/UX design of the Do Up mobile learning prototype. On SUS which shows that the final score is 87 It means that the prototype has been well received by the users. The author has applied design thinking which consists of empathize, define, ideate, prototype and test stages in this study.

Menjelajahi Tren Design Thinking dalam Pendidikan: Tinjauan Literatur Sistematis dari Jurnal Terindeks Web of Science dalam Desain Instruksional dan Desain Sistem Instruksional

The use of Design Thinking in the field of education has become a major highlight as a relevant problem solving method. Problem solving ability is one of the essential competencies in the context of 21st century education. This research uses content analysis of a number of articles contained in the Web of Science (WOS) database, with the main focus on the application of Design Thinking (DT) within the framework of Instructional Design (ID) and/or Instructional System Design (ISD). This research aims to complement the previous report, "Design Thinking in Education: Perspectives, Opportunities and Challenges" (Panke, S., 2019), which has investigated the role of DT in education. Although the number of publications specifically exploring DT in ID and ISD is still limited, research trends show a significant increase from year to year. Based on the search results, publications exploring the use of DT in ID and ISD tend to be qualitative in nature, often in the form of multiple case studies. Several publications highlight subjects and materials that aim to improve student competence, learning processes, and learning design. Despite this, publications that focus on the role of instructional designers are still relatively limited. Several recommendations have been proposed for future research, with the aim of supporting the adoption of DT by Instructional Designers as a primary focus. These findings will provide valuable insight for further developments in the use of Design Thinking in the field of Education.

Design Thinking in Public Policy Design: A Typological Study

In recent years, design has emerged as a method for shaping public policies and services. This article employs a typological research approach to analyze the application of design thinking in the field of public policy. Its aim is to elucidate the developmental trajectory of design thinking, assist designers in gaining a better understanding of the unique context of public policy, and promote the further evolution of design thinking in the domain of public policy. Through literature analysis and comprehension, this article is built upon the foundation of public sector policy labs. It constructs an analytical framework based on two dimensions, institutional nature and participation stages, categorizing public sector innovation labs in the field of public policy into three types: exploratory labs, executive labs, and collaborative labs. It also summarizes the classification criteria and characteristics of each type of lab. Furthermore, the article explores the inherent logical relationships between different types of labs, offering a systematic and scientific analysis to facilitate the integration of design thinking into public policy.

Designing for community engagement: user-friendly refugee wellness center planning process and concept, a health design case study

BackgroundRefugee and immigrant populations have diverse cultural factors that affect their access to health care and must be considered when building a new clinical space. Health design thinking can help a clinical team evaluate and consolidate these factors while maintaining close contact with architects, patients’ community leaders, and hospital or institutional leadership. A diverse group of clinicians, medical students, community leaders and architects planned a clinic devoted to refugee and immigrant health, a first-of-its-kind for South Philadelphia.MethodsThe planning process and concept design of this wellness center is presented as a design case study to demonstrate how principles and methods of human-centered design were used to create a community clinic. Design thinking begins with empathizing with the end users’ experiences before moving to ideation and prototyping of a solution. These steps were accomplished through focus groups, a design workshop, and iterations of the center’s plan.ResultsFocus groups were thematically analyzed and generated two themes of access and resources and seven subthemes that informed the design workshop. A final floor plan of the wellness center was selected, incorporating priorities of all stakeholders and addressing issues of disease prevention, social determinants of health, and lifestyle-related illness that were relevant to the patient population.ConclusionsDesign thinking methods are useful for health care organizations that must adapt to the needs of diverse stakeholders and especially populations that are underserved or displaced. While much has been written on the theory and stages of design thinking, this study is novel in describing this methodology from the beginning to the end of the process of planning a clinical space with input from the patient population. This study thus serves as a proof of concept of the application of design thinking in planning clinical spaces.

Redesign of radiotherapy for prostate cancer: a proposal for universal healthcare systems.

Aim: This study was designed to recommend strategies to improve prostate patients' access to radiotherapy treatment in the Brazilian Unified Health System, along with a cost-tool to support radiotherapy care pathways' lead times and costs. Methods: Data was collected prospectively from patients with prostate cancer receiving radiotherapy in two Brazilian centers to provide data to apply design thinking and process reengineering techniques. The current status of the radiotherapy pathway was determined and the length of time taken for in-hospital activities was measured using data exported from ARIA®. Interviews with patients were used to estimate their waiting periods. This provided the data used to provide recommended strategies and the cost tool based on time-driven activity-based costing. The strategies were classified according to priority. Results: Data from 47 patients were analyzed. The mean interval from diagnosis to start of radiotherapy was 349days (SD581), and the mean interval from seeking medical attention to starting treatment was 635days (SD629). Twelve strategies affecting in-hospital processes and 11 impacting patients' care pathways and experiences are recommended, mostly focused on system improvement opportunities. A time-driven activity-based costing monitoring using data extracted from ARIAwas coded and can be used by centers as a cost assessment guide. Conclusion: This study uses reengineering and design techniques to introduce priority strategies to allow more efficient and patient-centered radiotherapy.

Design thinking dalam Mata Pelajaran Desain Komunikasi Visual sebagai Upaya Meningkatkan Kemampuan Penyelesaian Masalah dan Mencipta

This study aims to determine the application of the Design thinking method in Visual Communication Design learning to improve problem solving skills and create students. The Design thinking method combines creative and analytical approaches, has been applied in various industries as a tool to overcome complex challenges. However, its application in education is still relatively new, especially in the subject of Visual Communication Design. This research uses a qualitative approach by applying case study strategies in the Visual Communication Design learning environment. Data was collected through classroom observation, interviews with teachers and students, and analysis of creative products produced by students during the learning process. The results showed that the application of Design thinking significantly improves students' ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems in the context of visual communication design. In addition, this study also revealed that the application of Design thinking positively affects students' ability to create. Overall, this study concludes that the application of Design thinking in Visual Communication Design subjects has great potential in improving problem-solving and creating abilities. The practical implications of this research point to the need for further exploration in integrating these methods into broader learning approaches, with the aim of producing students who are able to face real-world challenges with creativity and confidence.

Using Design Thinking to Create Sustainable Communities

This innovative practice paper discusses an example of a participatory design-led sustainability project. Using a Design Thinking approach to problem solving, the project brought together university staff and students and a Council around a local sustainability challenge. Design Thinking was applied as an interdisciplinary methodology with the objective to equip students with sustainability skills and competences, resulting in a replicable method for responding to local sustainability challenges. By empowering diverse participants to contribute equally and freely, our application of Design Thinking created positive spillover effects on students and staff sense of community. The focus of the Challenge was on the discovery and co-creation of ideas to solve a problem related to local public transport. The driving principle of the Challenge was that participants, also public transport users, could bring their own lived experience to the Challenge and therefore could co-create and put forward potential solutions with the support of a local Council, and sustainability and Design Thinking experts on campus. In the process of doing so, participants framed and reframed the challenge from different angles and perspectives, opening a co-creation dialogue about community needs on and off campus, and their role in contributing to sustainability locally.

Design Thinking as Pedagogy in Practice

Design Thinking is gaining considerable attention across various domains including education; however its use in Executive Education has not been documented much in the literature to date. By integrating Design Thinking principles and methodologies into the curriculum for Executive learners, we highlight the benefits and outcomes of using Design Thinking as a pedagogical approach. This study explores the effective application of Design Thinking as pedagogy in two modules of an Executive MBA programme at Newcastle University Business School. Through a combination of blended learning materials and experiential, collaborative projects with client organizations, we set out how learners were immersed in a human-centred problem-solving process, developing creativity, empathy, and the ability to identify innovative solutions to complex business challenges. The study presents data gathered from client feedback and learners' reflective assessments, demonstrating the effectiveness and impact of Design Thinking as pedagogy. The integration of Design Thinking principles empowered learners to feel able to lead change initiatives within their organizations in their respective discipline areas effectively. This study contributes to the literature on effective educational approaches in Executive Education, emphasizing the potential of Design Thinking as pedagogy in practice to equip learners with the skills and mindsets necessary for driving organizational innovation and sustainability.