Course Description
Students apply a human-centered approach to problem-solving to address complex issues across disciplines and real-world problems. Students utilize creative problem-solving strategies using design and systems thinking methods.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Analyze design thinking principles and concepts.
- Apply systems thinking tools and techniques to your life and profession
- Apply systems thinking and design thinking tools and techniques to address a case study
- Pitch a project using design thinking and systems thinking
- Synthesize and present content demonstrating application of the core course skills and concepts.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Pitch Project Discussion: Post Your Bug List | 15 points |
| Mandatory Course Overview Video Quiz | 30 points |
| Mandatory Course "Pitch Project" Overview Video Quiz | 30 points |
| Transforming Healthcare for Children and Their Families Video Quiz | 30 points |
| Opportunity, Design Brief and Research Plans | 50 points |
| Module 2 Pitch Project Assignment | 50 points |
| Module 3 Pitch Project Assignment | 50 points |
| Journey Maps: Your Target Users' Actual and Ideal Journeys | 25 points |
| Design Criteria Worksheet | 25 points |
| Discussion: Strengthening Design Criteria and Journey Maps | 15 points |
| Pitch Project Assignment Module 4 | 50 points |
| LinkedIn Learning Certificate and Handwritten Notes – Systems Thinking | 50 points |
| Case Study: Systems Thinking—A Cautionary Tale | 25 points |
| Introduction to Systems Thinking Worksheet | 25 points |
| Case Study: Leverage Points and Developing a Systems Mindset | 50 points |
| Case Study: Integrating Design Thinking and Systems Thinking | 50 points |
| Archetype Worksheet | 25 points |
| Final Pitch Project Presentation Video | 100 points |
| Final Reflection | 50 points |
GRADE SCALE*
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 94% - 100% | A |
| 90% - 93.99% | A- |
| 87% - 89.99% | B+ |
| 84% - 86.99% | B |
| 80% - 83.99% | B- |
| 77% - 79.99% | C+ |
| 74% - 76.99% | C |
| 70% - 73.99% | C- |
| 67% - 69.99% | D+ |
| 64% - 66.99% | D |
| 60% - 63.99% | D- |
| below 60% | F |
Work submitted less than 24 hours late will be graded for 80% credit, more than 24 hours late but less than 48 hours after the due date will be graded for 60% credit, and more than 48 hours late will receive a zero. Late uploads and/or replies to discussion board or quiz assignments are ineligible for points.
Use of Generative AI in student coursework is prohibited, unless explicitly permitted by the instructor and carried out according to the instructor’s guidelines. Direct submission of AI-generated content, presented as original student work, is an egregious violation of UNCG’s Academic Integrity Policy, and may be subject to penalties ranging from a zero on the assignment to expulsion from the university.
Attendance/Participation:
Students who do not attend class and/or fail to turn in coursework and fall a week or more behind the rest of the class may be administratively dropped from the course at the instructor’s discretion. Evidence of attendance in an asynchronous, online course can be demonstrated by Canvas metrics, correct application of assigned learning content (textbook, videos, other assigned readings, etc.) to the coursework, your timely submission of assignments, and your contribution in discussion forums and group work.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.