Wikipedia sez: "Design thinking is a process for practical, creative resolution of problems or issues that looks for an improved future result.[1] Unlike analytical thinking, design thinking is a creative process based around the "building up" of ideas. There are no judgments in design thinking. This eliminates the fear of failure and encourages maximum input and participation. Outside the box thinking is encouraged in this process since this can often lead to creative solutions."
that's just what wikipedia said. it went on to describe the steps (which is helpful for me, being one of those people that needs things spelled out for her). it seems to be an alternative to other ways of solving problems.
when i looked up design thinking, i found this page (http://mitworld.mit.edu/video/357/) on a man called Tim Brown, who was speaking at MIT. he's the head of IDEO, a design firm that uses the design thinking process. i loved the description of his team going to the places and situations the product would be used in to figure out how it would work better. it makes me wonder what non-design thinkers do to plan out their ideas, and how accurate they are.
Tim Brown's firm designed the Mac's mouse, one i actually remember using as a kid. here's a link to the site where they explain the whole thing: http://www.ideo.com/work/item/microsoft-mouse/. wow, that really brings back memories.
http://www.servicevote.org/ this is a nice website. i don't know how partisan it is, but i think it's a good idea to get kids involved- the website makes me feel like my vote is needed, so i guess it works.
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