Designers are capable of creating transformative social change by engaging in socially conscious design practices. Throughout this course, consequently, students will learn how to utilize appropriate design research methods and tools to prioritize the needs of the end users and their local contexts. Students will conduct design research, analyze data, and discover innovative solutions to issues in the community while also working collaboratively.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, students will:

1. Develop an understanding of traditional design research methods and their application within the design process.
2. Navigate the design thinking process from problem identification to developing a viable solution.
3. Learn how to solve problems from a human-centered view.
4. Learn how to work in a collaborative setting.