Design Thinking for Leading and Learning
MIT's Open Learning Library offers this course on applying design thinking to K-12 education. The material is organized into three sections that pair design thinking concepts, such as empathy mapping, ideation, and prototyping, with real-world examples drawn from schools and education systems. Learners work through exercises meant to be applied directly to their own classrooms or school settings, focusing on how educators and school leaders can address problems like teaching creativity, problem-solving, and communication skills. The course is self-paced and includes readings, videos, and application activities. All materials can be viewed and used without enrolling, or learners can create a free account to track progress. There is no cost to access any part of the course, and no certificate is offered through this platform.