Design Thinking (DM505-3-M-DT) ASYNC Master Folder

Aim: To synthesize information from multiple sources to develop a comprehensive understanding of a given topic.

Materials Needed:

• Various sources of information on the chosen topic (articles, research papers, websites, etc.)
• Notebooks or whiteboards for recording key points
• Pens or markers

Instructions:

•  Select a topic that is broad enough to have multiple perspectives but specific enough to focus the discussion. For example, "The Impact of Climate Change on Coastal Communities."

• Provide participants with a selection of sources related to the chosen topic. These could include articles from different viewpoints, research papers, case studies, and reports. You can either provide printed copies or digital access to these sources.

• Give participants time to review the sources individually. Encourage them to take notes on key points, arguments, and evidence presented in each source

• Facilitate a group discussion where participants share their insights from the sources they reviewed. Encourage participants to identify common themes, points of agreement, and areas of divergence among the sources.

• As a group, identify the key elements or components of the topic based on the information gathered from the sources. Record these key points on a whiteboard or flip chart.

• Discuss the different perspectives presented in the sources. Encourage participants to consider the underlying assumptions, biases, and motivations behind each perspective.

• Based on the group discussion and analysis, work together to synthesize a comprehensive definition of the topic. Consider incorporating elements from multiple perspectives to create a well-rounded understanding.
  

• Refine the synthesized definition through further discussion and consensus-building. Ensure that the definition accurately reflects the complexity and nuances of the topic.

• Conclude the activity with a reflection on the synthesis process and a discussion of the implications of the synthesized definition. How does it enhance understanding of the topic? What are the implications for further research or action?

• Thank participants for their contributions and summarize the key insights gained from the activity. Encourage participants to continue exploring the topic independently and applying the skills of synthesis in their own research and learning.

At the end of the activity, you are to submit the processes in visual form to Moodle (link provided)

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