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I think I'm just repeating everyone else here but if I were doing it again I'd have had set days to do it on. It is. a big commitment but worthwhile and it's easy to fall behind. I feel I missed out on community conversations. because of this.
Lauren, UK

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This is an amazing course - but only as amazing as you make it. Be sure to schedule your time accordingly, in order to make the most of all the resources offered, as well as your coursemates' time and feedback. It will be well worth it.
Kayla, NYC, NY

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Interacting with the Teaching Lead and my fellow students really helped both codify and extend the course material.
Kurt, Erie, PA

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Take advantage of the community and your co-learners. They all are eager for learning and might help you along the way.
Pablo Quiroga, Mexico

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Engaging with other learners through video calls, helps  you understand deeper meanings  and craft new ideas for future projects.

Danielvpx, Ecuador

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I can't stress enough how helpful engaging in the community conversations were in learning. It was a chance to share ideas, practice the techniques, and get to know your peers.
– Sara, Michigan

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The course has so much to offer and so many additional materials to discover but also there is some homework for you to do! if you want to take out the most - dedicate more than 4 hours a week. Honestly , it could easily eat up all your evenings! 4h for me was too little... and yes, join CCs during the week (Fridays attendance was low) but makes so much difference to share it with others.
- Kasia, Dubai

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It's good to double-check your evidence and insights to make sure your bias hasn't crept in. A good way to do that is to try and note down your experiences and feelings about the project you select before starting the lessons.

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The process works as simple as it seems you need to do each step and reflect.

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You get so much more out of this course if you thoughtfully engage with other people's posts/assignments and ask for feedback on your own. You and your community of learners are those holding you accountable for the work you do and what you're getting out of it. Also make sure to attending the community conversations– really worthwhile!
– Avril, NYC

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Balance between your visualization ability and rational thinking ability

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Balance between your visualization ability and rational thinking ability

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Try to come up with a flow and storyline in your expessions, presentation.

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Connecting live with my peers was so helpful in staying on track with the material (and so energizing, too!)

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it is interesting how simple, insightful, and practical the learnings in this course are

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Join with a group and do your own project!

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Join with a group and do your own project!

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Embrace the power of community, dive into the "explore more" section, step out of your comfort zone and enjoy!

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Embrace the power of community, dive into the "explore more" section, step out of your comfort zone and enjoy!

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This is a truly phenomenal course if you don't over-think it and you allow yourself to really get in there and connect with your peers!

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Some of it can feel overwhelming but its all nicely chunked up and if you actually try it then its a lot easier than reading it and its also a lot of fun once you do! So Be Brave!

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This is a great course - not only the materials, instructors, facilitators - but also the classmates with whom you can engage online in a safe space. Enjoy the experience ! It is worth it!

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Try to connect with other students and work on things in a group.

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Try to connect with other students and work on things in a group.

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The energy and ideas gained from collaboration will help you reach better insights.

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Enjoy this journey from the beginning to the end. Try to forget our common excuses: no time, no smart, no creative, no whatever. This course is really helpful and enjoyable.

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Know
that your effort into this course goes beyond this course, so give it more than is required. Also, let your imagination really soar here, take courage, and don't be timid. It's a safe place! NK, Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Tasks that have you reflect on learned segments are worth small amount of points - don't let this fool you - they are as important for learning as all other tasks

Philip, Warsaw

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don't rush it and really understand what your doing

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Take the time this takes to do it well. You won't regret it. Also, take FULL advantage of the community meetings, they were DEFINITELY the highlight of my course work each week! Wonderful experience to meet other class participants and hear each other's perspectives and insights.

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Take the time this takes to do it well. You won't regret it. Also, take FULL advantage of the community meetings, they were DEFINITELY the highlight of my course work each week! Wonderful experience to meet other class participants and hear each other's perspectives and insights.

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Its all about the diverse perspectives about the same thing being taught. Share what you think and ask for feedback and give feedback generously. Join the community conversations to reap the best benefits.
Sandeep, IL

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Definitely do the community conversations. It makes a huge difference. Invest the time don't just rush through.

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Definitely do the community conversations. It makes a huge difference. Invest the time don't just rush through.

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Is all about them and not you, keep your mind far away from biases. Design is about giving them what they need (with elegance of course)

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To make the course really valuable you need to dive in the water. Don't just dip your toe. The community meeting, additional resources.. they are optional, but they completely alter the experience.

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Let the data speak for itself! + Bounce Ideas off of the community!

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Let the data speak for itself! + Bounce Ideas off of the community!

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Throughout the course we collect a lot of data - record as much data as possible so patterns can more readily present themselves. Have an open, playful mind and see where that data can take you and where connections may arise you had not considered.
Also, introduce yourself to others, chat offline and share your projects so you can step outside of your own box!
Jul, NYC

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I learned so much by joining the community conversations, interacting with other students, and learning from one another.  I felt this was one of the most beneficial aspects of this course and I looked forward to them every week!
Sara, MN

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Definitely join the community conversations because you will get to see the diverse group of people in this course! Diversity is definitely needed for broadening your mind and discovering new perspectives!
Anika, CA

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The community conversations are not to be missed, voluntary yes, but so worth the time. I also recommend connecting with others working on the same project, brainstorm together.

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It's all about seeing things differently, going to the balcony, seeing it all and zooming back in... ask questions of your questions, and uncover what's missing...

Grant, Singapore

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By not limiting yourself, you remain open to curious observations & experiences around you and all that can really influence your thinking

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Plan for time to do thoughtful work and also to engage in all the community conversations.

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Plan for time to do thoughtful work and also to engage in all the community conversations.

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I took From Ideas to Action before Insights for Innovation. For a variety of personal reasons, I was able to commit much more time to the first course and therefore, I feel like I got more out of it and did higher quality work. I think you need to plan for about 4 hours a week, as IDEO U recommends, put the time in your calendar, find a quiet place to work, and let your mind play! Barbara, Lakeville, CT

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It is easy to sign up for a course; but you only benefit if you really focus on learning and not just completing the assignments. It's like a gym membership...

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Remove all restrictive thoughts and expectations and just jump in and learn.  Go in with a blank slate and you will open you up to possibilities!

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If you enrol, try to commit to doing a quality job on the submissions. Everyone is busy with competing priorities but the saying "you get out of it, what you put in" has never been truer.

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Start the course without any expectations and you will be surprised at what you'll learn.
Brad, Brooklyn

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Engage with the IDEO U class community. Connect with others through the Community Conversations and through feedback opportunities. The other members of the course are arguably your most valuable resource.

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Enjoy the moment, a-ha or not. Sooner or later it will become a gem to inspire others or even yourself.

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The lessons in the course are sequential , but will require you to go back to your previous work to build on them. It would be helpful to use a notebook or a board where you can record all your observations, data and insights you collect along the way. This will help you see how things build up, and help you with the final project as well. :)

Gia from Canberra, Australia

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If you sign up for 2 classes at once, do one class, then the other class.  You can go as deep or as surface-level as you want with the course.  Explore the resources at the end of each module.  And engage with fellow students!  It's a great community of smart, like-minded folks! Kyle, San Francisco, CA

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Observe more, judge less!

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Interact with others on your course and attend the community conversations. Its amazing how much more you get out when you collaborate with your peers. 

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Interact with others on your course and attend the community conversations. Its amazing how much more you get out when you collaborate with your peers. 

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Shelley | Cardiff | UK

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Keep on track is important.

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Do the exercises carefully that's the cornerstone of the program.

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Do the exercises carefully that's the cornerstone of the program.

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You can choose spending quality time working on you assignments or simply rush and deliver. I believe the quality of the work on the assignments will drive your learning power.

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Attend the community conversations and follow up with people you meet

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Attend the community conversations and follow up with people you meet

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Tag or provide feedback to names you recognize to build upon previous interactions!

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It may be difficult during these times, but call on friends to help you with these activities ahead of time. It will make the class easier and you might be able to teach someone else some of these techniques along the way!

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Take your time to stop back, observe, search for the AHA moments. Let the course have a direct impact on your life and perceptions. You will be surprised!

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Try to start early in to the course so you have time to interact with other learners. 

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Try to start early in to the course so you have time to interact with other learners. 

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Live the course

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Everything needs time to grow, even your skills, just let it take its natural time and dont compre yourself to anyone but your yesterday’s self.

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Schedule the weekly video calls into your schedule 

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Schedule the weekly video calls into your schedule 

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Make a point to make time in your schedule for the weekly community  calls. It’s very enlightening to hear what others perspective is. It’s great opportunity to learn from others.

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It's very important to keep a track of all assignments to finish them in time.  Plan your week to ensure that you are constantly learning .
Vinita Singh, India

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The only way we can learn anything is to make a mistake. Failing is part of learning.

Danuvasin Charoen, Bangkok, Thailand

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Many things will ask you for your time. So, be decisive on where and how you spend your time. Learning requires space to think, write, draw, talk, revisit, adjust. Get comfortable in the circular thinking. And draw a clear boundary so you and others around you know that you are committed to your learning.

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After explaining a concept during class, find a a real-world way to apply the learned concept.
Experiential learning outside the classroom has many benefits, for learners:
·         Motivation
·         Depth and Breadth of Comprehension
·         Critical Thinking and Inquiry
·         Problem Solving
·         Social Learning
Walid Eid, KSA

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Stick to a schedule and take a deeper dive into the lessons

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Stick to a schedule and take a deeper dive into the lessons

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Erin, West Palm Beach FL

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Be prepared to unlearn what you think you know 

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Be prepared to unlearn what you think you know 

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We all have biases enforced by culture and society. When you open yourself to new ideas, then you grow.
Stephanie, Leesburg, VA

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You're going to learn so much in so many meaningful ways! Honor the commitment you've made in your own professional development and carve out the time you need to get this done. You've got this! :)

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Especially in this crazy environment, time is not your friend.  Make this a priority and put in on your calendar in a way the is REALISTIC to you and your circumstance.  The IDEO schedule is just a suggestion - make it your own so you can follow it through.  Good luck!

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You will leave the course with lots of energy, confidence, questions to be sorted next and perhaps you will enroll to another one.
Whatever you learned will stick at best if you continuously and learn the topic deeper. Be self aware and judge which level you are and want to be and plan your continuous learning accordingly.
Also - Implementing in real life especially at work will be challenging but do not afraid and try your best. Do not get upset or frusrated if people do not get it. Get a coach if you wish to take this really serious. This could be someone that you know from any of the design traits. Perhaps you can ask this question to the teaching assistants.

Deniz Gmuer, Zurich, Switzerland

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Really dive in and take each lesson seriously. They will make you more excited, if done correctly, to get to the next lesson.
Victor - Dallas, TX

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This course definitely takes time. I highly recommend you set aside time to get the most out of the course, especially if you are new to design thinking concepts or if some of the assignment topics are new. One and done is not it for this course. More than likely, the concepts in this course can be used in your day-to-day job - I encourage you to look for ways to incorporate them to help you enhance your work.
Happy designing,
Mari - Florida, USA

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Use all of your resources and block of the time

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Use all of your resources and block of the time

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As with all good learning this will take your attention. There are so many wonderful resources, people to connect with and opportunities to enrich your experience - take advantage of them. Block off time in your calendar as you would any other important item - this is your learning experience, it is important to allow time for focus and growth. Jamie - Denver, CO, USA

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Yes, you will learn a great deal going through this process. However, having been able to work with a team on an actual project at my work that I am responsible to play a major role in design, I learned even more. The sooner that you are able to apply these skills to an additional professional project, you will really take off.

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Take advantage of the Learning Circles. I started one with some colleagues and we met regularly. It really helped to work together and push each other. You will need more time than you think and you will want to take the time to go deeper with each assignment. It is worth it.
Geno, Washington DC

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You need more than the time I planned, I took every saturday, the whole day! It's not good for me and for my family.
Be curious, deepen the tips and the links, you need a full immersion journey to get the most.
Matteo, Luxembourg

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Don't underestimate the amount of time and effort required to complete this course properly within the allocated time. It really does require your full attention at each stage. You need to be prepared for each of the practical activities.

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This would give you enough time absorb the essence of the course.

Dayana, NJ

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Take the time to read all the submissions of others or as many as you can! So much perspective and diversity that will help you get through your assignments!
Juliana, Des Moines

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Some of these skills were new to me, and I found doing all of them at once a little overwhelming. Take the time to consider each one carefully and to practice it. You'll be proud of your end result!

Matt, San Francisco

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Do not skip any of the activities, as tempting as it can be! These will really push you and add value, even if you are an experienced design thinker. Take time to reflect on these with your partner or colleague. That will also add to your learning. Good luck!

Bo, UK

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You'll get the most out of the course and assignments if you put together a consistent plan for chipping away at the assignments. To do them right you will need more time than you think!

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Let mindsets alter your thinking not only for this course but in your life as well! They will help you design your life too!

Mehtap, Boston

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If I would be doing this course again would:
• Start with finding out how the platform works, trying out to comment something and understand which messages are of relevance and which are not.
• go through all assignments and document what to do there.
• go through all the lessons in probably one day (and having a look at the "explore more section" before doing the work)
• then go through each lesson, doing the tasks, commenting on other work and the course and finishing the assignments – asking the right questions, because I have the knowledge of the whole lesson

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You will not do anything "right" the first time, and that's okay!  Keep going, and get comfortable with making mistakes.  "Failing fast" is only half the battle - then you have to try again!

Meghan, Washington DC

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The course may give the impression that it is easy to keep up with each week's lesson. However, there is a risk of delaying work and getting behind. Plan your time well and keep on going with every week's assignment.
Susanne, Singapore

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I found that drafting my thoughts and storing them offline (Notebook, Word, etc) was very helpful.  I could draft and refine, then come back to the materials.  Also, taking photos as you go through the assignment is really helpful for visualizing the story at the end.
Teresa
Texas, USA

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Work on the challenges on your own time, I recommend you have a draft sheet in which you work and put all your thoughts, question yourself, read the work of others and when you feel good upload your work and share it with the rest, ask for feedbacks!

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Commit to 30 minutes each day. The assignments can easily be broken down into small chunks.

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Give yourself more time than you first think would be enough.

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I would recommend to use the learning circle and plan for your assignments in advance. Don't do stuff in rush, understand and do!

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The interactive feature to connect with your classmates is great. I wished I had more time to use it.

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Signing up for the course really do help me improve by expanding my vision from many perspective! Do put in effort on the recommended hours or more to get the most out from the course which i guess most of you have signed up willingly!

Josh Teo
Singapore

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Get out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself with the extremes and empathy experience.

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I really did feel like this course provided some brightness to my day during a really difficult time for all of us. I thought the videos were fun and engaging, the time commitment was not over the top, the assignments were thoughtful, and the ability to read about and interact with others was nice. I wish I had taken more time to interact, read and learn from others and next time I take a course, that will be my intention! Thanks for a great opportunity to learn and grow.

Lisa
Canada

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I learned very much with the feedback process.  Providing feedback and also receiving them.  It is a relevant moment to exchange other view,  offer a kind of guidance on how to engage with your challenge and  connect with people.
Stay tuned with feedback session

Sandra Bussotti
São Paulo - Brazil

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Dedicate time for the course in your calendars

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Dedicate time for the course in your calendars

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Block out a few hours every day / evening to take each lesson. You'll be glad you did. It's better to pace yourself, making progress along the way, than to cram everything at the very end.

Also, participate in the online community. The instructors and fellow learners have a lot of experience and insights to share. This is better than guessing or doing things all on your own.

Finally, relax and enjoy the course!

Zoë
U.S.A.

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Considering the current situation of global quarantine, you might find yourself somehow 'on your own'. It's alright, make good use of the Community Discussions, office hours, online forums, and more importantly connect with your peers and team members to get the most out of it! You'll even end up making some friends :)
Hadi, Riyadh

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When I started the online course, I thought this would be a lonely experience where I'd have to rely only on my own thoughts and actions. I soon found out that the Community Conversation calls each week brought a great deal of insights and sense of community as we all embarked on a new challenge together. If you can, join these calls and share your experience!

Alexei
Sydney, Australia

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Pace Yourself and Take time to Read from the Gallery. 

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Pace Yourself and Take time to Read from the Gallery. 

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I found it so helpful to move through one concept each week and access the gallery to get inspiration from others.

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Allow time for flow in each activity. Do not assume that they are knowledge that you already have because all you will learn is being aware of all your senses and use them as a true superpower to think as a designer. Everything will be delighted if you follow the sequence. The more exploration section is very interesting to fill you with inspiration

Vanessa Jaramillo
Vayeca from Ecuador

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Follow discussions in community forums as this is a good place where you will get access to lot of information while other people are learning. This will help to keep in track of the course and build motivation as we explore on users.

Arvindhan, Bentonville, US

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Throughout the entire course, you are learning from others. Take advantage of it. Learn from people you interview and observe, but also from you peers. It will help push your thinking.

Keith, Austin, Texas

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Take the assignments step-by-step, even if you're unsure of the end result or if you're doubting you will discover new ways, just follow through them. At the end, it will all make sense and it will connect well together.

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I find that the activity and responding to the questions in each section really helps to cement the thinking and progress your own learning. At one point I moved ahead to the next lesson (videos) without doing the activity and I realised the learning you get from it is not as effective.

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When you are doing your assignment and get stuck, I'd look at the submissions in the gallery to observe how others had tackled the assignment. Reaching out to the coaches is also very helpful.

Paula, Toronto

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Try to follow the suggested pacing of the course and plan time for each week's learning, field research and synthesis so that you have ample time to reflect and receive valuable feedbacks from peers and coaches.

Jing, Berlin