Course info
Course name, Empathy in Action: Teaching Tools from Design Thinking
Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning for Student Success Type of course Teaching and Learning
About the course
Upcoming Classes
Class times are Eastern Time (UTC-05:00)
Class info 1
Nov 6 (Thu), 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Section Id: Fall-2025
Location: Online
- Gigi Dillon
Description
Unlock the power of design thinking to transform your course design! In this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to use learner personas and empathy mapping to create more effective and engaging courses. By exploring both practical and personal factors that impact learning, you'll gain valuable insights to enhance your online and face-to-face classes. Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to increase empathy, strengthen course design, and foster student success.
Objectives
- Draft a learner persona that represents the experiences (needs, motivations, and barriers) of different types of students.
- Use empathy mapping to connect with students and enhance the learning experience.
- Access resources to explore design thinking methods in teaching and learning.
Prerequisites
None
Administrators
- Gigi Dillon
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