A useful webpage that explains the design-thinking process upon which the conference and its components have been based. Reviewing this information helps participants better understand the organization of the conference, it's learning objectives, and how to make the most of the opportunities it presents.
May 5, 2021 •
The first step in design-thinking. An empathy map is a visualization framework used to articulate what we know--and don't know--about the person or people we want to help. The map helps teams create a shared understanding of the needs, and aid in decision making.
May 5, 2021 •This framework helps students develop their presentation for the Conference Pitch Challenge through the acronym "NASA". Follow the directions to define the specific need (N) you want to solve, the weaknesses of existing alternatives (A), your solution (S) and its features, and your solutions advantages (A) over the competition. Use these ideas to write your 60-second pitch using the template at the bottom of the form!
May 5, 2021 •