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Introduction to Ideation
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Today, weโre diving into the Ideate stage of Design Thinking. This stage is where we explore a myriad of ideas without any judgment. Why do you think it's important to have a lot of ideas first?
It helps us think outside the box and maybe discover something unexpected!
Yeah! We can combine ideas to create something even better.
Exactly! We want to harness that creativity. Remember, during ideation, no idea is too wild. This is where innovative solutions can start to emerge.
Brainwriting Technique
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Let's talk about the brainwriting technique. Can anyone explain how it works?
We write down our ideas and then pass them around for others to add to.
And it helps us build on each other's thoughts, right?
Exactly right! This method encourages collaboration and creativity simultaneously. It prevents one individual from dominating the discussion.
Using SCAMPER
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Next, weโll use the SCAMPER method. SCAMPER stands for Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, and Reverse. Why do you think each of these prompts could spark new ideas?
They make us think about our problem in different ways!
And we can see how we can change what we already have to make it better.
Exactly! SCAMPER pushes us to innovate rather than settle for the first idea that comes to mind.
Mind-Mapping Concepts
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Now, letโs discuss mind-mapping. Itโs a visual brainstorm technique where you draw connections between ideas. Has anyone used mind-mapping before?
Yes! It helps me see how ideas relate to each other!
And itโs really good for organizing thoughts clearly.
Great points! When we visualize our ideas, we can often find links and build on them more effectively.
Dot-Voting Process
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Finally, weโll conduct a dot-voting exercise for our ideas. Who can explain how dot-voting works?
We each get sticky dots to vote for our favorite ideas!
It helps us see which ideas are most popular.
Exactly! This method will help us prioritize which concepts to develop further. Remember to think critically about why you're voting for each idea.
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In the Ideate stage, participants generate a broad array of ideas using techniques like brainwriting and SCAMPER. The goal is to foster creativity and critical thinking by allowing team members to explore all possibilities before narrowing down to feasible solutions.
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Ideate Stage Overview
In the Ideate stage of Design Thinking, the primary goal is to generate a vast array of creative solutions to address the identified problem. This phase encourages participants to think freely and explore all potential ideas without premature judgment.
Key Activities: This stage consists of several techniques designed to enhance creativity:
1. Brainwriting: Each participant writes down three ideas individually within a limited time. The papers are then rotated, allowing others to build on or modify ideas, promoting collaboration without the pressure of speaking up first.
2. SCAMPER Exercise: Participants apply the SCAMPER methodology, which stands for Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, and Reverse, to existing problems or products to create innovative solutions.
3. Mind-Mapping: This visual technique allows groups to branch out from a central problem, establishing connections between various ideas and concepts, enhancing clarity and innovation.
4. Dot-Voting: Each participant votes on their favorite ideas using sticky dots, helping to identify the most promising concepts for further development.
Deliverables: At the end of the Ideate phase, teams should have:
- A collection of at least 25 raw ideas represented through sketches, notes, or SCAMPER outputs.
- A ranked shortlist of 3-5 concepts based on the dot-voting process, accompanied by brief rationales for each selected idea.
The Ideate stage is crucial as it fosters an open environment for creative brainstorming, enabling teams to harness diverse perspectives and lead them towards actionable concepts.
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Purpose of Ideation
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Purpose:
Explore a wide range of possible solutions without judgment, then narrow focus to the most promising ideas.
Detailed Explanation
The purpose of the ideation stage is to generate as many ideas as possible, allowing for creative and free-thinking exploration. This stage encourages participants to think broadly and creatively without the constraints of judgment. Once a large pool of ideas is created, teams then focus on the most viable ones for further development.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you're organizing a birthday party. At first, you might write down every idea that comes to mindโ from a beach party to a movie night, without worrying about whether each one is practical. Only after you have a big list do you start picking the ideas that seem the most fun and feasible.
Brainwriting Technique
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Key Activities:
- Brainwriting: Each student writes three ideas in 5 minutes; papers rotate, and peers add variations.
Detailed Explanation
Brainwriting is a technique where each participant writes down their ideas individually for a few minutes, then passes their paper to the next person. This way, everyone can build on each other's ideas, which fosters collaboration and creativity. It can produce a richer array of concepts because each idea can inspire new thoughts.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a group of friends brainstorming a new video game. Each friend writes down their unique game ideas, then they pass their lists around. The next person reads and can add to, modify, or even completely change ideas based on their own imagination, leading to a game that combines everyoneโs creativity.
SCAMPER Exercise
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SCAMPER Exercise:
Apply each SCAMPER prompt to an existing product or persona need, generating at least two ideas per prompt.
Detailed Explanation
The SCAMPER technique involves using specific prompts to explore different angles of a product or problem. SCAMPER stands for: Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, and Rearrange. This method helps teams think critically about existing solutions and encourages innovative adjustments or completely new approaches based on existing needs.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you have a simple backpack. Using SCAMPER, you might substitute the material for a lighter one, combine it with a laptop sleeve, or eliminate unnecessary pockets to make it simpler. This encourages you to rethink even familiar objects in innovative ways.
Mind-Mapping to Organize Ideas
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Mind-Mapping:
Starting from the central problem, branch out sub-ideas and cross-link related concepts.
Detailed Explanation
Mind-mapping is a visual tool to organize thoughts and ideas. By starting with a central idea and branching out into related sub-ideas, teams can see how concepts connect. This method not only organizes thinking but can also help spark new ideas as participants visualize relationships and potentials that wouldnโt be obvious otherwise.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a family tree where one central person is at the top, branching off to children, grandchildren, etc. When you mind-map a problem, each branch can represent a solution or an aspect of a solution, like how those family relationships show different branches of the family.
Dot-Voting for Concept Selection
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Dot-Voting:
Display all sketches and notes; each student uses sticky dots to vote for top five concepts.
Detailed Explanation
Dot-voting is a democratic method for choosing ideas among a group. After presenting all ideas visually, each participant gets a few sticky dots to vote for their favorites. This technique helps to quickly identify which ideas resonate most with the group, making it easier to focus on the strongest concepts moving forward.
Examples & Analogies
Remember a school election? Students often vote for their favorite candidate or proposal using a simple ballot system. Dot-voting works similarly, allowing everyone to have a say in which ideas should be prioritized based on personal preferences, making the decision process more engaging and inclusive.
Deliverables from Ideation
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Deliverables:
- A folder of at least 25 raw ideas (sketches, notes, SCAMPER outputs).
- A ranked shortlist of 3โ5 concepts with 2โ3 sentence rationales.
Detailed Explanation
The deliverables from the ideation stage include a comprehensive collection of ideas and a focused shortlist. The folder should contain all raw ideas generated during brainstorming activities, which can serve as a reference for future stages. The ranked shortlist should highlight the most promising concepts, with rationales that explain their potential and relevance to the problem at hand. This structured output is essential for tracking progress and ensuring clarity in decision-making.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a chef preparing multiple dishes for a menu. They would note down every recipe (raw ideas), but then select the top few that are not only delicious but also feasible to prepare (shortlisted concepts) with reasons why those are the best choices. This preparation helps in streamlining the cooking process later.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Ideation: The creative process of generating a wide range of ideas to solve a defined problem.
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Brainwriting: A technique where participants contribute to each other's ideas through written notes.
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SCAMPER: A creative prompt framework encouraging exploration of existing products for new solutions.
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Mind-Mapping: The visual representation of ideas that develops and organizes thoughts collectively.
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Dot-Voting: A method to prioritize ideas collaboratively by selecting favorites with votes.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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In a classroom, students use brainwriting to generate ideas for a new school app, passing papers around to build upon each other's suggestions.
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A team uses SCAMPER to adapt an existing water bottle design, combining features of collapsibility and insulation.
Memory Aids
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๐ต Rhymes Time
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When ideas flow and minds collide, in Ideation, great thoughts abide.
๐ Fascinating Stories
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Picture a group brainstorming their journey to invent the perfect backpack. They start with a messy flood of ideas, racing to write them down, each building on the last, until they find the perfect solution together.
๐ง Other Memory Gems
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Remember SCAMPER as a fun rhyme: 'Silly Cats Always Make Purring Excitement, Really!' This helps remember the prompts: Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to another use, Eliminate, Reverse.
๐ฏ Super Acronyms
Invert your thinking with the acronym 'PIDE' for Prototype, Ideate, Define, Empathize โ keep this in mind while moving through the Design Thinking process.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Ideation
Definition:
The process of generating a broad array of ideas and solutions.
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Term: Brainwriting
Definition:
A creative brainstorming technique where participants write down ideas and share them by passing papers around.
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Term: SCAMPER
Definition:
An acronym representing a set of prompts to inspire creative thinking in problem-solving.
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Term: MindMapping
Definition:
A visual brainstorming tool that captures relationships and connections between ideas.
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Term: DotVoting
Definition:
A collaborative technique that helps prioritize ideas by allowing participants to vote using sticky dots.