Design Thinking Instructor
Design Thinking Instructors teach the principles and practices of design thinking, a human-centered approach to problem-solving that emphasizes collaboration, creativity, and experimentation. They help students develop the skills and knowledge needed to apply design thinking to real-world challenges.
What does a Design Thinking Instructor do?
Design Thinking Instructors typically perform the following duties:
- Teach design thinking principles and practices
- Develop and deliver course materials
- Lead workshops and discussions
- Assess student learning
- Collaborate with other faculty and staff
- Stay up-to-date on the latest design thinking trends
- Conduct research on design thinking
- Publish articles and present at conferences
Design Thinking Instructors typically work in higher education settings, such as colleges and universities. They may also work in corporate training and development programs.
How to become a Design Thinking Instructor
There are several paths to becoming a Design Thinking Instructor. Many Design Thinking Instructors have a master's or doctoral degree in design thinking, human-computer interaction, or a related field. Others have a bachelor's degree in a related field and several years of experience in design thinking.