d.school Starter Kit Workshop

When to use d.school Starter Kit Workshop

Use this workshop to onboard new teams to design thinking, kick off a design-focused project, or provide a common language and framework for innovation within an organization.

What it solves

Lack of shared understanding of design thinking principles, resistance to new problem-solving approaches, siloed teams lacking a collaborative framework.

How to run d.school Starter Kit Workshop, step by step

1. Prepare by reviewing all slides, videos, and facilitator notes. (60 minutes)
2. Assemble a facilitation team of at least 2-3 people to manage activities, tech support, and participant pairing. (30 minutes)
3. Set up Zoom with breakout room functionality and test all links and interactive elements. (30 minutes)
4. Kick off the workshop with an engaging introduction, setting the stage for collaborative learning and experimentation. (30 minutes)
5. Facilitate the design thinking activities, ensuring active participation and providing guidance as needed. (30 minutes)

Materials needed

• Computer with Zoom
• Pen and paper
• Link to Google Slides presentation
• Collaborative online whiteboard (Miro, Mural)

Facilitator tips

• Encourage active participation by creating a safe and supportive environment for experimentation.
• Be prepared to adapt the workshop based on the needs and interests of the participants.
• Emphasize the iterative nature of design thinking and encourage participants to embrace failure as a learning opportunity.

Common pitfalls

• Participants may be hesitant to engage in partner activities. Encourage participation by emphasizing the value of collaboration and providing clear instructions.
• Technical difficulties can disrupt the flow of the workshop. Have a backup plan in place and provide tech support as needed.
• Participants may struggle with the ambiguity of design thinking. Provide clear examples and guidance to help them navigate the process.

Variations

• Shorten the workshop by focusing on a subset of the activities.
• Customize the workshop to address specific challenges or opportunities within an organization.
• Incorporate real-world case studies to illustrate the application of design thinking.

Running it online or hybrid

Utilize Zoom breakout rooms and collaborative online whiteboards (Miro, Mural) to replicate the in-person partner activities and discussions.

What it produces

A shared understanding of design thinking principles, increased comfort with design thinking tools, and a foundation for future design-led projects.

Origin

Adapted from Stanford d.school Starter Kit — source

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