Open Design
Learn equity-centered design: Apply Open Design principles to create inclusive, transparent, and collaborative solutions for community impact.
Learn equity-centered design: Apply Open Design principles to create inclusive, transparent, and collaborative solutions for community impact.
This introductory course on Open Design explores how to center equity in design processes for products, services, and experiences. Students will learn about the four iterative mindsets of Open Design: understand, create, evaluate, and share. The course emphasizes three core principles: active inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration. By focusing on community-centered and equity-focused approaches, participants will gain insights into creating more accessible and equitable solutions. The module covers the relationship between Open Design and similar methodologies, providing a foundation for applying these concepts across various fields. Through a mix of video lectures, readings, quizzes, and discussions, students will develop a reflective framework for making important decisions in their design processes.
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What you'll learn
Understand the concept and importance of Open Design
Explore the four iterative mindsets of Open Design: understand, create, evaluate, and share
Learn about the three core principles of Open Design: active inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration
Examine the relationship between Open Design and other design methodologies
Gain insights into community-centered and equity-focused design approaches
Develop a reflective framework for making important decisions in design processes
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
18 Minutes PreRecorded video
2 assignments
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There is 1 module in this course
This introductory module on Open Design explores the principles and practices of equity-centered design. Students will learn about the four iterative mindsets of Open Design: understand, create, evaluate, and share. The course emphasizes three core principles: active inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration. It covers the relationship between Open Design and similar methodologies, providing examples of community-centered design and discussing the importance of equity in design processes. Through various learning activities, students will gain insights into applying Open Design principles to create more accessible and equitable solutions in their communities.
Getting Started with Open Design
Module 1 · 5 Hours to complete
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Associate Professor of the Practice
Dr. Aria Chernik is an Associate Professor of the Practice at Duke University, where she is also the Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Applied Research in Learning Innovation. With a strong academic background, holding both a JD and a PhD, Dr. Chernik has been a faculty member at Duke since 2008. She has played a significant role in advancing educational practices through her involvement in various initiatives, including co-founding the Open Design Studio and leading the Open Source Pedagogy, Research + Innovation (OSPRI) program. Her work focuses on creating inclusive and participatory learning environments that enhance student engagement and foster innovation in education. Through her leadership, Dr. Chernik aims to transform educational experiences and promote equity-centered practices within academic settings.
Director of I&E Educational Programs, Co-Director Open Design Studio
Kevin Hoch, M.Ed, BA, is the Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E) Educational Programs at Duke University, where he oversees the operational aspects of educational initiatives within the Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative. His role encompasses managing undergraduate, graduate, and professional educational programming, including directing the Duke in Silicon Valley study away program. With a strong background in program development, Hoch has previously contributed to the expansion of Executive MBA programs at Duke’s Fuqua School of Business and has experience as an Assistant Vice President at Credit Suisse. He holds a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration from North Carolina State University and a bachelor's degree from James Madison University. Hoch's passion for creating impactful learning experiences drives his efforts to foster innovation and entrepreneurship among students.
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