Creativity & Design Thinking: Empathy, Ideation, and Implementation

This lecture by the instructor covers the essential steps of creativity and design thinking, focusing on empathy, ideation, and implementation. It explores the challenges of designing, the importance of understanding user needs, and the process of generating innovative ideas. The lecture delves into techniques such as brainstorming, Six Thinking Hats, and the checklist method to foster creativity and problem-solving. It emphasizes the iterative nature of the design process, from conceptualization to prototyping and testing. Students will learn about the different phases of the design process, the significance of user-centered design, and the strategies for developing sustainable and impactful solutions.