In order to design creative solutions, we need to first define and understand the problem. Use this simple research method during an interview or conversation to uncover insights into a problem and a person’s beliefs, actions or decisions.
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The five whys
Making connections:
Principled Innovation asks us to work with others and recognize the limits of our own knowledge so that we can better understand and tackle the complex issues our communities face.
Learning means changing your mind
Article
10 minutes
By: Education Week, Katherine Burd
Futures thinking now: examining assumptions about the future
Article
10 minutes
By: KnowledgeWorks
Critical reflection: a road to empathy and growing relationships
Video
3 minutes
By: Nirmal Nanayakkara, TEDx
Three strategies for helping students discuss controversial issues
Article
10 minutes
By: Greater Good Science Center
Classroom contexts survey
Tool
15 minutes
By: Principled Innovation® (PI)