Exploring Design Thinking

ISBN-13: 9783659516207 / Angielski / Miękka / 2015 / 228 str.

Mangold John

Opis

The purpose of this qualitative single instrumental, exploratory, theory-building, holistic researcher case study was to explore a novel approach to military transformation; a prototype of a problem solving methodology that accounts for an inescapable reality in the current and future operational environment: complexity and uncertainty. Design thinking was used as an essential component supporting a theoretical framework to explore the process of solving complex, ill-structured problems. Separately, much has been written on the theories of design thinking, problem solving, program improvement, and collaborative learning. However, no material exists that explores the intrinsic value of a design thinking-led education for military planners in a practical setting. Based on the themes that formed through observations, document analysis and individual interviews, I concluded that when presented with a complex, ill-defined problem and in the absence of receiving comprehensive and specific planning guidance, participants effectively collaborated and used the design thinking methodology.

O autorze

Dr. Mangold's experience comprises 20 years as a Marine Corps officer. A graduate of Temple University he holds a doctorate in Education, a MS in Organizational Development and a MA in National Security & Strategic Studies. He completed USMC Command and Staff and the Joint Forces Staff College. He is a Professor at the Naval War College.