Course Description
Designed for nurse leaders passionate about driving positive change in healthcare through innovative thinking and problem-solving. The focus is to empower leaders to address complex challenges, enhance patient care, and drive positive organizational change through a human-centered approach.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Interpret the foundational design thinking principles, including empathy, ideation, prototyping, and iteration.
- Identify techniques for reframing problems with varied and non-traditional participants within or outside healthcare.
- Develop prototypes and solutions that are practical and feasible.
- Implement and evaluate design solutions with end-users
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Discussions | 10% |
| Practicum Journals | 20% |
| Design Thinking Group Project | 60% |
| Reflection Exercise | 10% |
Attendance/Participation:
Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students should recognize the advantages of regular class attendance, accept it as a personal responsibility, and apprise themselves of the consequences of poor attendance.
Attendance is a critical component of this course and is factored into your overall grade. Active participation is essential for your learning and success in this class.
Planned Absences:If you know you will be absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email as soon as possible and before the scheduled date of absence.
Extenuating Circumstances:In cases of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that require your absence, please inform the instructor via email as soon as possible. Include details about the situation and, if appropriate, provide supporting documentation.
Repeated unexcused absences or failure to notify the instructor may negatively impact your grade. Exceptions to this policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis for legitimate and documented reasons.
Your communication and proactive approach regarding attendance are greatly appreciated.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
- Pakarinen, A., Lemström, T., Rainio, E., & Siirala, E. (Eds.). (2023). Design Thinking in Healthcare: From Problem to Innovative Solutions (1st ed.). Springer Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-24510-7
- American Psychological Association. (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association. (7th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. ISBN-13: 978-143383216 (no newer version)
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.