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Which of the following is NOT listed as a chapter title in the provided table of contents?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a chapter title in the provided table of contents?
- Ethnography
- User Experience Design (correct)
- Innovation
- Ideation Techniques
According to the provided table of contents, which chapter focuses on the concept of "wicked problems"?
According to the provided table of contents, which chapter focuses on the concept of "wicked problems"?
- Chapter 2: Innovation
- Chapter 4: Chasing Mysteries
- Chapter 5: Intro to Design Thinking
- Chapter 1: Problem Festival (correct)
Based on the table of contents, what is the chapter number that covers "Lean Research"?
Based on the table of contents, what is the chapter number that covers "Lean Research"?
- Chapter 7
- Chapter 6
- Chapter 9
- Chapter 8 (correct)
Which chapter in the table of contents appears to be the longest?
Which chapter in the table of contents appears to be the longest?
Based on the table of contents, which of the following categories is NOT specifically addressed in a chapter?
Based on the table of contents, which of the following categories is NOT specifically addressed in a chapter?
According to the table of contents, what is the primary focus of "Chapter 11: User Requirements, Value Fulfillment Blueprint and Dark Pattern Design"?
According to the table of contents, what is the primary focus of "Chapter 11: User Requirements, Value Fulfillment Blueprint and Dark Pattern Design"?
Based on the provided table of contents, which chapter appears to address the topic of data collection and analysis techniques?
Based on the provided table of contents, which chapter appears to address the topic of data collection and analysis techniques?
Which of the following individuals is listed as an author or contributor to this content, based on the provided information?
Which of the following individuals is listed as an author or contributor to this content, based on the provided information?
What is the main focus of the "3G model"?
What is the main focus of the "3G model"?
What is a key characteristic of the "demand-pull" innovation strategy?
What is a key characteristic of the "demand-pull" innovation strategy?
Which of the following is considered a driving force for demand-pull innovation?
Which of the following is considered a driving force for demand-pull innovation?
What is Trend Hunter's main role?
What is Trend Hunter's main role?
What is the primary result of "rationalization" as described in the text?
What is the primary result of "rationalization" as described in the text?
What is a key aspect of "demand-pull" innovation mentioned in the text?
What is a key aspect of "demand-pull" innovation mentioned in the text?
What is the most significant source of data for TrendHunter?
What is the most significant source of data for TrendHunter?
Which of the following is NOT a significant factor driving demand-pull innovation, according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a significant factor driving demand-pull innovation, according to the text?
Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of wicked problems?
Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of wicked problems?
What is the main implication of the statement "Planners/designers have no right to be wrong and must be fully responsible for their action"?
What is the main implication of the statement "Planners/designers have no right to be wrong and must be fully responsible for their action"?
Why is "Every solution to a wicked problem is a "one-shot operation" a significant characteristic?
Why is "Every solution to a wicked problem is a "one-shot operation" a significant characteristic?
How does the story about Florence Nightingale and data visualization relate to wicked problems?
How does the story about Florence Nightingale and data visualization relate to wicked problems?
According to the given content, what is the primary purpose of simplifying complexity, simplifying the space and identifying opportunity areas for innovation?
According to the given content, what is the primary purpose of simplifying complexity, simplifying the space and identifying opportunity areas for innovation?
What is the underlying message conveyed through the comparison of Florence Nightingale's work and Hans Rosling's approach?
What is the underlying message conveyed through the comparison of Florence Nightingale's work and Hans Rosling's approach?
What does the content suggest about the role of perspective in addressing wicked problems?
What does the content suggest about the role of perspective in addressing wicked problems?
Which statement accurately reflects the key takeaway from the content, regarding solutions to wicked problems?
Which statement accurately reflects the key takeaway from the content, regarding solutions to wicked problems?
What does the content suggest about the importance of functionality in today's innovative landscape?
What does the content suggest about the importance of functionality in today's innovative landscape?
What is the primary reason for shifting from functionality-focused design to a meaning-driven approach?
What is the primary reason for shifting from functionality-focused design to a meaning-driven approach?
What is the main implication of the statement 'when we buy smartphones now, we are hiring it to ensure a status symbol, to take pictures quickly, and to be able to share immediately'?
What is the main implication of the statement 'when we buy smartphones now, we are hiring it to ensure a status symbol, to take pictures quickly, and to be able to share immediately'?
What does the content suggest is the key to generating meaning for users in the context of innovation?
What does the content suggest is the key to generating meaning for users in the context of innovation?
Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'design thinking' as it relates to innovation?
Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'design thinking' as it relates to innovation?
What is the most significant contribution of Christensen and Verganti's work to the discussion of innovation in the context of this content?
What is the most significant contribution of Christensen and Verganti's work to the discussion of innovation in the context of this content?
Which of the following BEST describes the current approach to innovation as outlined in the content?
Which of the following BEST describes the current approach to innovation as outlined in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a key idea discussed in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a key idea discussed in the content?
What is the main takeaway from the example of the student who worked on a campaign for a company?
What is the main takeaway from the example of the student who worked on a campaign for a company?
The passage describes a common experience of waking up with a great idea. What does this suggest about creativity?
The passage describes a common experience of waking up with a great idea. What does this suggest about creativity?
What is meant by "novelty situations" in the context of the passage?
What is meant by "novelty situations" in the context of the passage?
Based on the passage, what is the author's view on the importance of conscious effort in creativity?
Based on the passage, what is the author's view on the importance of conscious effort in creativity?
According to the passage, what is the significance of the "morning download"?
According to the passage, what is the significance of the "morning download"?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential trigger for "novelty situations" in the passage?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential trigger for "novelty situations" in the passage?
What is the relationship between the animation industry example and the student's campaign experience?
What is the relationship between the animation industry example and the student's campaign experience?
What is the main point of the passage?
What is the main point of the passage?
Which of the following design approaches, according to Verganti, is most likely to produce ideas outside the user's existing category boxes?
Which of the following design approaches, according to Verganti, is most likely to produce ideas outside the user's existing category boxes?
What is a key characteristic of design thinking that contributes to creating new meaning?
What is a key characteristic of design thinking that contributes to creating new meaning?
Which of the following examples is cited as demonstrating how design thinking can create new meaning through an emotional connection?
Which of the following examples is cited as demonstrating how design thinking can create new meaning through an emotional connection?
Which statement best reflects the author's view of the relationship between user familiarity and the creation of new meaning through design thinking?
Which statement best reflects the author's view of the relationship between user familiarity and the creation of new meaning through design thinking?
Which of the following quotes aligns with the author's argument that design thinking can create new meaning by offering users new ways of doing things?
Which of the following quotes aligns with the author's argument that design thinking can create new meaning by offering users new ways of doing things?
Why might the demand-pull approach be less effective in creating new meaning compared to tech-push or design thinking?
Why might the demand-pull approach be less effective in creating new meaning compared to tech-push or design thinking?
Which of the following is NOT stated as a potential source of new meaning according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT stated as a potential source of new meaning according to the text?
Which of the following statements best summarizes the author's overall argument about design thinking and creating new meaning?
Which of the following statements best summarizes the author's overall argument about design thinking and creating new meaning?
Flashcards
Wicked Problems
Wicked Problems
Complex issues with no clear solution or fixed parameters.
Solutions to Wicked Problems
Solutions to Wicked Problems
Solutions are not definitive; they are assessed as good or bad.
Unique Aspects
Unique Aspects
Every wicked problem is characterized by its uniqueness.
Symptomatic Nature
Symptomatic Nature
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Trial-and-Error Limitation
Trial-and-Error Limitation
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Perspectives on Causes
Perspectives on Causes
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Responsibility of Planners
Responsibility of Planners
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Data Visualization Importance
Data Visualization Importance
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Problem Festival
Problem Festival
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Innovation
Innovation
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Creativity
Creativity
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Design Thinking
Design Thinking
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Reframing
Reframing
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Ethnography
Ethnography
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Ideation Techniques
Ideation Techniques
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Functionality
Functionality
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Information Overload
Information Overload
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Jobs to Be Done
Jobs to Be Done
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Demand Pull Innovation
Demand Pull Innovation
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Technology Push Innovation
Technology Push Innovation
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Meaning Generation
Meaning Generation
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Agility in Innovation
Agility in Innovation
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Tech Push
Tech Push
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Demand-Pull
Demand-Pull
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Emotional Connection in Design
Emotional Connection in Design
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Reimagined Experiences
Reimagined Experiences
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Incremental Innovation
Incremental Innovation
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Snuggie Example
Snuggie Example
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Market Needs vs Proposals
Market Needs vs Proposals
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Understanding User Needs
Understanding User Needs
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Trend Hunter
Trend Hunter
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Coupling of R&D and Marketing
Coupling of R&D and Marketing
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Health Consciousness
Health Consciousness
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Eco-consciousness
Eco-consciousness
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New Materialism
New Materialism
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Quality of Life Imperative
Quality of Life Imperative
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Rapid Tech Change
Rapid Tech Change
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Element of Novelty
Element of Novelty
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Unconscious Imaginative Processing
Unconscious Imaginative Processing
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Epiphany
Epiphany
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Temperature Change Effect
Temperature Change Effect
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Mental Download
Mental Download
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Creative Incubation
Creative Incubation
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Conscious vs Unconscious Processing
Conscious vs Unconscious Processing
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Morning Download
Morning Download
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Study Notes
Design Thinking Project Guide
- The book is a project guide for design thinking, focusing on the "whys and the hows"
- Authors are Gordon Adomdza and Craig McCarthy
- Published by Ashesi University, Accra, Ghana in 2021
- Copyright © 2021 Gordon Adomdza & Craig McCarthy
Dedication
- Dedicated to students, teaching assistants, and faculty of the Foundations of Design and Entrepreneurship class.
Acknowledgements
- Lists faculty who provided feedback and insights for the manuscript.
Table of Contents
- Includes chapter titles and page numbers for each chapter.
- Chapter 1: Problem Festival (pages 2-7)
- Chapter 2: Innovation (pages 14-28)
- Chapter 3: Creativity (pages 32-44)
- Chapter 4: Chasing Mysteries (pages 47-59)
- Chapter 5: Intro to Design Thinking (pages 60-68)
- Chapter 6: Reframing (pages 71-75)
- Chapter 7: Ethnography (pages 77-84)
- Chapter 8: Lean Research (pages 85-94)
- Chapter 9: Analysis Frameworks (pages 95-109)
- Chapter 10: Ideation Techniques (pages 110-116)
- Chapter 11: User Requirements, Value Fulfillment Blueprint, and Dark Pattern Design (pages 128-135)
- Chapter 12: Wireframing and Prototyping (pages 136-144)
- Chapter 13: Business Model Canvas and Minimum Viable Product (pages 145-155)
- Includes a reference section (page 194)
Chapter 1: Problem Festival
- Explains what wicked problems are
- Includes ten features/characteristics of wicked problems
- No definitive formula
- No stopping rule
- Various solution approaches to wicked problems
- Emphasizes the importance of understanding the complex interdependencies of factors within a problem when working with solutions.
- Illustrates problem-solving through various frameworks
Chapter 2: Innovation
- Analyzes the evolution and approaches of innovation
- Overview of five generations of innovation: -1G) Technology Push -2G) Demand Pull -3G) Coupling of R&D and Marketing -4G) Integrated Business Processes -5G) System Integration and Networking
Other Chapters
- Subsequent Chapters cover different aspects of design thinking, such as ethnographic research, lean research, design tools, problem reframing, prototyping, and the importance of understanding the user needs/problems when devising any design proposition.
- The book emphasizes a human-centered approach for innovating solutions and products.
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