2. I WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT... (Write in points)

•Learn empathy as you need to discover a problem by actually empathizing with the person who is facing the problem; that person is the stakeholder (e.g. a student, a teacher, a parent or an administrator, etc.) of some educational institution at any level.

•Prepare a question guide for interviewing/observing etc. to appropriately describe the particular problem and the relevant draft of the solution in the attached Google form.

•Understand the significance of your selected problem for the end user as you need to describe the user type/ stakeholder (e.g. a student, a teacher, a parent or an administrator, etc.)

•Determine various aspects and dimensions of the broad problem because each member of the team has to work (individually in the next phases) on a unique aspect of the same broad problem that the team has identified collectively.

•Use resources uploaded in the Google classroom "Design Thinking for Educators" for completing the assignment.

•Submit your responses “Discovery” milestone on this padlet.

•Submit attached Google form for your reflections (individually) in this milestone.

• Prepare For Fieldwork

• Select Research Participants

• Build a Question Guide

Format:

Stakeholder 1: .....,

Description: ...... ;

Stakeholder 2: ..... ,

Description: .....)

GO BROAD: What are some questions that can help you start to understand the specific person's hopes, fears and ambitions?

PROBE DEEP: What are some ways you might be able to dig deeper in the conversation to find even more of the perspective this person has?

THINGS TO DO: What are some things you can do to gain inspiration in this place?

Guidelines:

1. Download the desktop version of Padlet.

2. Read and understand posts that are blue highlighted to understand the theoretical part of the project.

3. Green highlighted posts are meant to give you instructions of what you have to do in that particular section (don't respond just comprehend).

4. You have to respond to all the white highlighted posts in their respective comment section.

5. Do not change the sequence/settings of the posts under each section on this Padlet. However, if you want to do internal discussions, you can make a separate Padlet and paste the link of that Padlet here.

6. Prior to participating in this Padlet activity, you are required to read the Toolkit on Design Thinking available in Google Classroom or you can access the toolkit from the Resources section in this Padlet.

7. After reading and understanding the toolkit, you are required to do discussions and complete the respective section in your workbook if needed (available on GCR and in the resources section of this Padlet).

8. After comprehending the respective phase/milestone, you have to complete the Padlet activities by responding under the comments of the prompts (in white colored) given in the sections of each milestone and display your work there.

9. After completing each section of the Phases/Milestones, each team member has to peer review the tasks of all the other team members and provide constructive feedback.

Method of Submission:

• All answers should be posted onto the Padlet board under the appropriate headings or sections' comments.

Assessment Criteria:

• Answers will be assessed based on comprehension of the toolkit, depth of analysis, and adherence to the guidelines, rubrics (posted in the resource section).

• Your assignment will be marked by your teacher using rubrics of “Critical Thinking”, Creative Thinking", "Communication", “Collaboration” and "Problem Solving".

• Keep Record of your individual efforts on the printed “Design Thinking Workbook” to get bonus marks as you have to submit it before the final presentation and assessment of the whole project.

1. Team Leader/Coordinator:

-Name:

- Duties:

2. Creative Thinker/Divergent:

-Name:

- Duties:

3. Resource Specialist:

-Name:

- Duties:

4. Tech Support:

-Name:

- Duties:

5. Finisher:

-Name:

- Duties:

Step 2: Problem Identification and Definition

1. List Possible Topics: Brainstorm ideas based on the resources in the Google Classroom (Week 3 on Design Thinking). Each team member contributes a potential problem related to design, technology, or education.

2. Frame the Problem: Choose one topic that resonates with the team's skills and interests.

3. Keep it Simple: Simplify the problem into a single, clear question.

Step 3: Sketch Out End Goals

Define what success looks like.

Step 4: Define Measures of Success

Set specific criteria for measuring success.

Step 5: Establish Constraints

List limitations and resources available to the team.

Step 6: Utilize Resources from Google Classroom

1. Access the materials on Design Thinking from the Google Classroom.

Step 7: Team Collaboration & Reflection

Each team member contributes to the “Getting Started” questions based on their role.

- Submit the following individually: Personal reflections on your assigned role, learning outcomes, and challenges via the Google form.

Final Submission

1. Ensure all tasks are completed:

- Final product, documentation, and presentation prepared by the Finisher.

- Complete Google form reflections individually.

2. Submit the final assignment on the Google Classroom platform under Week 3.

•Choose a catchy name for your team

•Select a team leader

•Keep Record of your individual efforts (done by you) on the printed “Design Thinking Workbook”

•Get familiar with the Padlet.

•Critically Think, explore a scenario, generate a problem to be solved keeping in view the final goal in your mind.

•Use resources uploaded in the Google classroom under week3 about Design Thinking for completing the assignment.

•Submit attached google form for your reflections (individually).

b. NARROW ENOUGH TO FEEL MANAGEABLE

c. FOCUSED ON RESPONDING TO YOUR USER-DRIVEN INSIGHT

1. Outline the presentation you’d like to give to share your story.

2. How has your prototype of microlearning module been successful?

Hands-On Experiment-Based Learning

1.. understanding of concepts through practical, hands-on experiments.

2.Resources: Experiment kits, lab equipment, project-based learning materials, online simulation tools.

3.Progress: Assess learning through practical application, and reflections on experiments.

Leadership Development Through Group Projects

1. Enhance leadership skills by leading group-based educational projects.

Resources: Case studies, teamwork exercises, leadership courses.

3.Progress: Evaluate leadership growth through peer feedback, project success, and personal reflection. 

1.Not seeing an inclusive school system which fits in Special needs students with the normal ones

2. Not much opportunities for Special needs students

3. Underpriviliged background students not getting equal oppurtunites as the priviliged ones.

4. Some teachers being Baised for certain group or type of students

Abdur Rehman's Gripes about Education:

1. Problem Access and Inequality in education

2. Outdated Curriculum

3. Low Literacy Rate in the country

Ayesha's Gripes about Education:

Experiential Learning Through Community Engagement

Goal: Apply learning in real-world settings by engaging with communities and solving practical issues.

Resources: Internship opportunities, volunteer programs, fieldwork, and community projects.

Implementation: Organize outreach programs, conduct surveys, work on real community-based issues.

Progress: Measure success through impact reports, community feedback, and self-evaluation.

Goal: Strengthen confidence and leadership by delivering talks, workshops, and seminars.

Resources: Public speaking courses, debate clubs, online platforms for presentation practice.

Implementation: Conduct educational workshops, participate in debates, mentor others in areas of expertise.

Progress: Track improvement through audience feedback, self-assessment, and increasing confidence levels.

now i will provide some gripes in education can you give how might we improve the situation

Chat GPT Response:

These are important issues, and there are ways to improve each of them. Here are some "How might we" solutions:

1. Inclusive Education for Special Needs Students

• How might we design schools that integrate special needs students effectively?

  • Train teachers in inclusive education techniques.

  • Use assistive technology and adaptive learning methods.

  • Promote peer support programs where students help each other.

• How might we create more opportunities for special needs students?

  • Establish vocational training programs tailored to their strengths.

  • Encourage businesses to offer internships for differently-abled students.

  • Advocate for inclusive policies at national and local levels.

2. Equal Opportunities for Underprivileged Students

• How might we bridge the gap between privileged and underprivileged students?

  • Provide scholarships and mentorship programs.

  • Offer free access to digital learning tools and community tutoring centers.

  • Promote school partnerships where elite institutions support under-resourced schools.

3. Eliminating Teacher Bias

• How might we ensure fair treatment of all students?

  • Conduct teacher training on unconscious bias.

  • Implement anonymous grading and assessment methods.

  • Encourage schools to set up diversity and inclusion policies.

4. Improving Access & Literacy Rates

• How might we make education more accessible?

  • Develop mobile and community-based learning centers.

  • Use technology to provide remote education in underserved areas.

  • Partner with NGOs to provide free tutoring and resources.

5. Modernizing the Curriculum

• How might we update the curriculum to meet today’s needs?

  • Integrate real-world problem-solving and digital skills.

  • Include STEM, financial literacy, and emotional intelligence courses.

  • Make education more interdisciplinary and relevant to modern careers.

6. Balancing Homework with Hands-on Learning

• How might we reduce homework while promoting hands-on learning?

  • Shift towards project-based and experiential learning.

  • Implement a flipped classroom model where students learn at home and apply concepts in school.

  • Encourage schools to adopt a homework policy that values quality over quantity.

7. Supporting Teachers

• How might we reduce teacher workload and increase appreciation?

  • Improve teacher salaries and benefits.

  • Provide administrative support to reduce non-teaching tasks.

  • Recognize and reward outstanding educators.

8. Reducing Overemphasis on Testing

• How might we value creativity and individuality over standardized tests?

  • Introduce portfolio-based assessments.

  • Allow students to demonstrate learning through projects and presentations.

  • Reduce reliance on high-stakes exams and emphasize continuous assessment.

9. Teaching Life Skills in Schools

• How might we integrate essential life skills into education?

  • Include subjects like financial literacy, communication skills, and mental well-being in the curriculum.

  • Offer mentorship programs and internships.

  • Encourage student-led initiatives like entrepreneurship clubs.

1. Develop an AI-Powered Learning Assistant

   • Specific: Design an AI-based tool that assists special needs children in mainstream classrooms by offering personalized support.

   • Measurable: The tool should improve engagement and comprehension for at least 70% of students with special needs in a pilot study.

   • Achievable: Use existing AI models (e.g., speech-to-text, adaptive learning) to create a prototype.

   • Relevant: Supports inclusion by enabling independent learning.

   • Time-bound: Prototype completed and tested within 6 months.

2. Implement AI-Driven Personalized Learning Plans

   • Specific: Develop AI-generated individualized learning plans tailored to students’ unique needs.

   • Measurable: Conduct a trial with 50+ students, tracking progress over a semester.

   • Achievable: Leverage AI algorithms that analyze students' learning styles and pace.

   • Relevant: Helps bridge the learning gap between special needs and mainstream students.

   • Time-bound: Full implementation in one academic year.

3. Integrate Robotics for Assistive Learning & Communication

   • Specific: Introduce robotic assistants in classrooms to aid students with speech, motor, or cognitive challenges.

   • Measurable: Deploy in at least 5 schools, collecting feedback from students and teachers.

   • Achievable: Utilize existing robotics solutions (e.g., humanoid or tablet-based robots).

   • Relevant: Encourages engagement and interaction for special needs students.

   • Time-bound: Conduct trials within the next 8 months.

4. Train Teachers to Use AI & Robotics for Inclusive Education

   • Specific: Develop a teacher training program on integrating AI and robotics for special needs support.

   • Measurable: Train at least 100 teachers within the first year.

   • Achievable: Conduct workshops, webinars, and hands-on sessions.

   • Relevant: Ensures effective use of technology for inclusive education.

   • Time-bound: Launch training within 3 months.

5. Policy Advocacy for AI-Enabled Inclusive Education

   • Specific: Work with educational policymakers to include AI and robotics in special needs inclusion policies.

   • Measurable: Propose and present policy recommendations to at least 2 government or private education bodies.

   • Achievable: Conduct research, collect case studies, and collaborate with stakeholders.

   • Relevant: Long-term impact on inclusive education policies.

   • Time-bound: Submit proposals within one year.

1. Limited Funding & Budget Constraints

   • Challenge: AI-powered tools and robotics can be expensive, making large-scale implementation difficult.

   • Impact: Schools with limited financial resources may struggle to adopt the technology without external funding or sponsorships.

2. Teacher Training & Resistance to Technology

   • Challenge: Many teachers may lack technical skills or be resistant to integrating AI and robotics in classrooms.

   • Impact: Without proper training and motivation, educators may not fully utilize the technology, limiting its effectiveness.

3. Infrastructure & Accessibility Issues

   • Challenge: Some schools, especially in underprivileged areas, may not have the necessary infrastructure (internet access, devices, power supply) to support AI and robotics.

   • Impact: Unequal access to technology may create disparities in implementation and effectiveness.

4. Ethical & Privacy Concerns

   • Challenge: AI and robotics require data collection, raising concerns about student privacy and security.

   • Impact: Strict data protection regulations and ethical considerations may slow down adoption and require additional safeguards.

1. How might we design AI-powered personalized learning tools for special needs students?

✅ Solution Approach:

• Develop AI-driven adaptive learning platforms that adjust to individual student needs (speech-to-text, text-to-speech, visual learning tools).

• Use Natural Language Processing (NLP) and AI chatbots for communication assistance.

• Implement gamified AI-based learning apps that cater to different disabilities.

• Create real-time progress monitoring AI dashboards for teachers and parents.

🤖 Example: An AI tutor that adjusts the teaching pace based on a child's learning ability, helping them stay engaged.

2. How might we integrate robotics for classroom assistance and student engagement?

✅ Solution Approach:

• Deploy robotic assistants to help special needs students with communication, interaction, and mobility.

• Use robotic arms & AI-powered exoskeletons to assist physically challenged students in writing and movement.

• Introduce social robots that support emotional and behavioral learning (e.g., autism support).

• Develop gesture-controlled or voice-activated robotic assistants for students with motor impairments.

🤖 Example: A humanoid robot like NAO or Pepper that helps autistic students develop social and communication skills.

3. How might we train teachers and school staff to effectively use AI and robotics for inclusion?

✅ Solution Approach:

• Design specialized teacher training programs focused on AI-assisted learning and robotics integration.

• Develop interactive AI training modules for teachers to simulate real-world classroom applications.

• Conduct regular workshops & webinars to update teachers on AI and robotics advancements.

• Provide easy-to-use AI tools with multilingual & assistive technology support for teachers.

📚 Example: An AI-powered virtual teacher assistant that helps educators create inclusive lesson plans.

4. How might we ensure affordability and accessibility of AI and robotics in schools?

✅ Solution Approach:

• Partner with government bodies, NGOs, and tech companies to subsidize AI & robotics solutions.

• Develop low-cost AI-powered education apps that run on basic smartphones & tablets.

• Utilize open-source AI and robotics software for schools with limited funding.

• Seek grants, crowdfunding, and CSR funding to support AI inclusion projects.

💰 Example: A government-backed initiative providing AI-powered tablets with accessibility features for special needs students.

5. How might we create policies and infrastructure to support AI-based inclusive education?

✅ Solution Approach:

• Advocate for government policies that mandate AI & robotics integration in special education.

• Design inclusive school infrastructures (smart classrooms with AI-powered assistive devices).

• Ensure AI ethics & data privacy policies are in place to protect students’ information.

• Establish AI-driven national inclusion programs in mainstream schools.

🏛️ Example: A national policy mandating AI-driven Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for special needs students.

6. How might we encourage social acceptance and reduce stigma around AI-assisted special education?

✅ Solution Approach:

• Create awareness campaigns showcasing AI & robotics as tools for empowerment, not segregation.

• Promote student buddy programs where mainstream students assist special needs students using AI tools.

• Organize community engagement programs to educate parents & students on AI-driven inclusivity.

• Use AI-powered storytelling apps that help children understand and accept diversity in learning.

🤝 Example: A school-wide AI storytelling app that teaches empathy & inclusion by sharing real stories of special needs students.

Final Thought: A Future of Inclusive Education

By combining AI, robotics, teacher training, policy support, and social acceptance, we can ensure that special needs children not only integrate into mainstream schools but also thrive in them.

b. processes e.g. Teaching or Learning or Assessing or Evaluating or designing etc

c. Spaces

d. systems

e. Tools

✅ Identify special needs challenges in mainstream schools.
✅ Conduct stakeholder interviews (teachers, parents, students, experts).
✅ Finalize AI & robotics tools to be used.
✅ Define success indicators & constraints.

📅 Month 2: Prototype Development & Training Design

✅ Develop a basic AI-powered learning assistant prototype.
✅ Plan robotic classroom assistant integration.
✅ Design teacher training modules for AI & robotics.
✅ Finalize partnerships with schools & tech developers.

📅 Month 3: Pilot Testing in Schools

✅ Implement AI tools & robots in 2–3 selected schools.
✅ Conduct teacher training workshops for effective implementation.
✅ Gather feedback from teachers, students, and parents.
✅ Identify technical & usability challenges for improvements.

📅 Month 4: Refinement & Expansion

✅ Improve AI & robotics solutions based on pilot feedback.
✅ Expand pilot testing to 5+ schools.
✅ Train additional 50+ teachers in AI & robotics integration.
✅ Establish data collection methods to track student progress.

📅 Month 5: Policy & Community Engagement

✅ Advocate for policy changes in inclusive education.
✅ Organize awareness campaigns on AI-assisted learning.
✅ Finalize funding sources for long-term scalability.
✅ Gather final feedback & prepare a case study.

📅 Month 6: Final Deployment & Project Evaluation

✅ Implement full AI & robotics inclusion in all pilot schools.
✅ Conduct final assessment based on learning outcomes & teacher adoption rates.
✅ Present findings in a final project report.
✅ Submit recommendations for long-term implementation & scaling.

⏳ Summary

🔹 First 2 months: Research & prototype.
🔹 Next 2 months: Pilot testing & refinements.
🔹 Final 2 months: Policy engagement & full implementation.