Design thinking provides the student with the skills they need to navigate an ever-changing world. How can International Schools adopt design thinking in inquiry-based learning?
Welcome to this episode as Nneka Johnson (Director of Innovation & Strategic Development @isdakar, International Ed) & Niassa Harris-Henry join us as we explore design thinking & PYP (Primary Year Program).
In the session, Nneka & Niassa defines design thinking, why it’s a perfect tool for inquiry-based learning & strategies to facilitate student learning within the design thinking framework. Moreover, they also expound how design thinking facilitates student agency, empathy, critical thinking & problem-solving skills.
Ultimately, we delve into how design thinking can be applied across all levels & disciplines, as well as the challenges in implementing design thinking & framework.
Tune in for more insights!
Timestamps
[01:28] Housekeeping items
[03:36] What is design thinking & why is it a perfect tool for inquiry-based learning
[07:33] How to ensure all students have access to the design thinking program
[12:06] Strategies to facilitate student learning within the design thinking framework
[14:01] How to ensure design thinking is applied across all levels & disciplines
[17:42] How design thinking promotes creativity & problem-solving skills
[21:50] Challenges in implementing design thinking & framework
[30:02] Advice for teachers getting started with design thinking for their programs
[31:36] How to connect with Nneka & Niassa
Quote
● “Go ahead and try. You are not going to break it. Just lean in. It’s messy, but find someone to partner with & just do it.”
Let’s Connect
Connect with Nneka Johnson;
● Twitter: @NnekaJ_EDU
● Email: nnekajohnson@gmail.com
Connect with Niassa Harris-Henry
● Twitter: @NWazoua
● Email: niawazazy@gmail.com
Connect with Dr. Dana Specker Watts on;
● Twitter: https://twitter.com/teachwatts
Connect with Mike Pierre on;
● Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ayitis_SigmaMan
More resources
● Head over to iss.edu/events to see future PD's that ISS is offering for the SY 22-23.
● Join the Diversity Collaborative platform-https://info.iss.edu/sign-up-diversity-collaborative
● Head over to https://www.seniainternational.org/ to check out inclusion education practices for individuals with disabilities and ensure their potential is fully maximized.
