Design thinking is a way to solve problems by understanding them deeply, brainstorming many solutions, testing those ideas, and finally putting the best ones into action.
It's like a toolkit of skills that help us be more creative problem-solvers. These skills aren't too hard to learn, but they need practice. For instance, when we're trying to figure out a problem, it's crucial to put aside our assumptions and look at it from a new angle, even though that can be tough.
When it comes to addressing issues in our community, design thinking is a valuable problem-solving approach. Take, for example, issues like homelessness or improving public spaces. Understanding these problems from different angles, brainstorming ideas, testing them out, and then making them real can lead to better solutions. For instance, instead of assuming we know what homeless people need, we could talk to them, try out various ideas, and then put the most effective solutions into action. This process helps us create solutions that truly fit the needs of our communities.
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