BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| ECONOMICS | |||||
| Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 | ||
Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| VCD3020 | Critical and Creative Thinking in Design | Fall | 3 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Basic information
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. ECE ARIHAN |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The course aims to introduce students to the foundational frameworks of critical and creative thinking, enhancing their ability to analyze and solve complex design problems. It seeks to foster innovative and reflective practices while promoting an understanding of ethical considerations in creative work. Additionally, the course encourages interdisciplinary approaches to tackling design challenges, enabling students to develop a comprehensive perspective on the social and cultural implications of their work. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; 1) Analyze complex design problems using critical thinking frameworks. 2) Evaluate existing design solutions with reference to cultural, ethical, and aesthetic criteria. 3) Apply creative thinking techniques to generate innovative design concepts. 4) Synthesize interdisciplinary ideas to address design challenges. 5) Critique the social and environmental implications of design decisions. |
Course Content
| This course explores the principles and methodologies of critical and creative thinking within the context of design. Students will engage with theoretical frameworks, case studies, and reflective practices to develop skills in analyzing design problems and generating innovative solutions. The course emphasizes the interplay between logic, creativity, and social responsibility in the design process. Teaching Methods: Lecture, Individual Study, Discussion |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to Critical and Creative Thinking in Design | |
| 2) | Understanding critical thinking frameworks | |
| 3) | Creative Thinking Techniques in Design | |
| 4) | Problem-solving methodologies for designers | |
| 5) | Ethical considerations in design | |
| 6) | Interdisciplinary approaches to design thinking | |
| 7) | Midterm | |
| 8) | Social responsibility in design | |
| 9) | The role of aesthetics in critical design | |
| 10) | Cognitive biases and their impact on design | |
| 11) | Tools for visualizing critical and creative thinking | |
| 12) | Integrating theory and practice in design projects | |
| 13) | Presentations of critical and creative design solutions | |
| 14) | Overview of the course and discussing future directions in design thinking |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Kelley, T. (2001). The art of innovation: Lessons in creativity from IDEO, America's leading design firm (Vol. 10). Currency. Cross, N. (2023). Design thinking: Understanding how designers think and work. Bloomsbury Publishing. |
| References: | Brown, T. (2019). Change by design, revised and updated: how design thinking transforms organizations and inspires innovation. HarperCollins. |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
| Final | 1 | % 60 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 40 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 60 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 42 |
| Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 75 |
| Midterms | 1 | 4 |
| Final | 1 | 4 |
| Total Workload | 125 | |
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | As a world citizen, she is aware of global economic, political, social and ecological developments and trends. | 2 |
| 2) | He/she is equipped to closely follow the technological progress required by global and local dynamics and to continue learning. | 2 |
| 3) | Absorbs basic economic principles and analysis methods and uses them to evaluate daily events. | 2 |
| 4) | Uses quantitative and statistical tools to identify economic problems, analyze them, and share their findings with relevant stakeholders. | 2 |
| 5) | Understands the decision-making stages of economic units under existing constraints and incentives, examines the interactions and possible future effects of these decisions. | 1 |
| 6) | Comprehends new ways of doing business using digital technologies. and new market structures. | 2 |
| 7) | Takes critical approach to economic and social problems and develops analytical solutions. | 1 |
| 8) | Has the necessary mathematical equipment to produce analytical solutions and use quantitative research methods. | 2 |
| 9) | In the works he/she contributes, observes individual and social welfare together and with an ethical perspective. | 2 |
| 10) | Deals with economic problems with an interdisciplinary approach and seeks solutions by making use of different disciplines. | 1 |
| 11) | Generates original and innovative ideas in the works she/he contributes as part of a team. | 2 |