Empathize
You will engage in interviews and discussions with pediatricians, child psychologists, and parents to gather insights and questions on child development, while observing interactions at a local daycare to understand real-world challenges and needs.
Days 1 - 3
Meet Real Users
Launch 60m
Empathy Artifacts & Maps
Deliverable 90m
Define
You will synthesize research findings to develop a refined problem statement, integrating key insights from interviews and panel discussions to guide impactful solutions in your project materials.
Days 4 - 6
Synthesize Interview Insights to Refine Problem
Knowledge/Skill Building 45m
Frame the Child Problem
Deliverable 90m
Ideate
You will brainstorm innovative solutions for child development issues by collaborating in diverse teams, using mind mapping techniques to explore potential ideas for booklets, websites, and digital content that address essential questions related to children's mental and behavioral health.
Days 7 - 10
Panel Interview Prep and Source Evaluation
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Audience-Focused Website Outline Draft for Child Development
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Concept Sketch Sprint
Deliverable 90m
Prototype
You will develop and refine interactive prototypes of your digital booklet and website, incorporating feedback from community partners and peers through structured testing sessions to enhance user experience and content accuracy.
Days 11 - 15
Design Wireframes for Digital Booklet
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Structured Prototype Testing with Stakeholders
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Portfolio Reflection and Iteration Plan
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Prototype Iteration Sprint
Deliverable 90m
Prototype Iteration Sprint
Deliverable 90m
Prepare Structured Testing Protocols for Prototypes
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Structured User Testing
Deliverable 90m
Structured Testing Protocol
Deliverable 75m
Test/Present
You will present your digital portfolio of research materials, booklets, flyers, and online media, engage community partners and attendees in interactive sessions at exhibition events, validate your solutions through feedback, and demonstrate your understanding by addressing stakeholders' questions and fostering discussions on child development topics.
Days 16 - 20
Refine Essential Research Questions for Project
Knowledge/Skill Building 45m
Plan Expert Interviews and Questions
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Evaluate Sources and Review Literature
Knowledge/Skill Building 50m
Synthesize Findings into Draft Media
Knowledge/Skill Building 60m
Peer Feedback and Reflection on Portfolio
Knowledge/Skill Building 45m
Practice Exhibition: Share Your Findings
Knowledge/Skill Building 45m
Young Minds Exhibition
Assessment