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Open Design
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 5 hours
  • Course by Duke University
  • Offered by

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What is design? How is it a deeply human endeavor? How can we design better products, services, and experiences in our communities? If you’re interested in helping create a more equitable and accessible world, this Center for Computational Thinking module on Open Design is for you. In this introductory module to Open Design, you’ll learn how you can center equity in your design processes. You’ll learn how the iterative four mindsets of Open Design — understand, create, evaluate, and share — will guide you to meaningfully impact your community. The principles at the heart of Open Design — active inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration — are applicable to work in all fields, providing you with a reflective framework as you make important decisions. This module provides the background on Open Design and its relationship to similar methodologies. After completing this introductory module, you should have the knowledge necessary to explain Open Design to others — and continue your Open Design journey with other learning opportunities.

Modules

Open Design: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?

    • 1 Videos
    • 5 Readings
    • 2 Discussion
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2 Discussions

  • Introduce Yourself!
  • Reflecting on Open Design

1 Videos

  • What Is Open Design?

5 Readings

  • Welcome to Open Design!
  • Discussion Guidelines
  • Open Design: What Is It, And Why Does It Matter?
  • Design Methodologies
  • Examples of Community-Centered Design

Design with the Other: What Do We Mean by Equity-Centered Design?

    • 1 Videos
    • 4 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • The Three Principles of Open Design

1 Discussions

  • Applying Open Design Principles

1 Videos

  • Design with the Other

4 Readings

  • Design with the Other: What Do We Mean by Equity-Centered Design?
  • Empathy vs. Sympathy
  • Co-Design
  • Advancing Racial Equity in Design

Open Design Mindsets: Ways of Being in the World

    • 1 Videos
    • 4 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Plugin
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Using Open Design in Real World Scenarios

1 Discussions

  • Open Design Mindsets

1 Videos

  • Ways of Being in the World

4 Readings

  • Open Design Mindsets: Ways of Being in the World
  • Divergent and Convergent Thinking
  • Open Design in the World: CSbyUs
  • Module Resources

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Discover the transformative world of design with the "Open Design" course, tailored for individuals passionate about fostering equity and accessibility in their communities. Provided by Coursera, this foundational course delves into the essence of design as a deeply human endeavor, encouraging learners to create better products, services, and experiences. Guided by the Center for Computational Thinking, participants will explore the core principles of Open Design, emphasizing active inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration. The course introduces the iterative four mindsets of Open Design — understand, create, evaluate, and share — equipping learners with a reflective framework applicable across various fields. Spanning 300 minutes of insightful content, this course offers a comprehensive background on Open Design and its relationship to other methodologies. Upon completion, learners will be adept at explaining Open Design concepts and ready to pursue further educational opportunities in the field. Available through Starter and Professional subscription plans, this course is perfect for those at the beginning of their design journey, eager to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Join now to start your Open Design journey and contribute to creating a more equitable and accessible world.

Aria Chernik, JD, PhD
Instructors

Aria Chernik, JD, PhD

Kevin Hoch
Instructors

Kevin Hoch