Defining concept of design thinking

Defining concept of design thinking Order Description Note: the essay has to be around 2000 words only in part 1 explained in the task description. That’s why I have indicated 2750 words because other 3 parts should not be included in the word count. Task: (Include: structure the work under headings and sub headings) part 1) Complete a thoroughly researched essay defining the concept of design thinking (!note: design and design thinking are not the same thing!) Include: • Evidence of your knowledge and engagement of design thinking issues Do not include: • Content page • Conclusion In introduction include: • Choose any 3-4 design thinking models and appropriate examples where design thinking concepts are used (e.g. technological examples) • Introduction to your examples • Explanation of how your examples are linked in some way • Approx. 200 words My own definition of Design Thinking Include: • Write it in one sentence Examples of Design Thinking application in a business world: Provide 3-4 examples with titles (e.g. Example 1 – Google self-driving car) Include: • Evaluation of design thinking impact on business strategy in a global context • Evidence of your knowledge and engagement of issues • A different design thinking model needs to accompany each example • Use the ‘design thinking model’ terminology as sub-headings • One (or more) visual(s) needs to accompany each example part 2) Include Case studies Provide minimum 2 case studies with titles Include: • Case studies that explore existing applications of design thinking in the business world that relate to, add value and meaning to your examples • Ensure the sources are clear labelled • Ensure they are cited in your examples e.g. (case study 1 Apple sustainability) Note: • Do not write your own part 3) Include an Appendix Choose a Design Thinking book, article or website and comment on how effective it is (approx. 250 words) part 4) Reference list