IGNITE - Design Thinking and Making in the Arts and Sciences

Design and technology are playing a decisive role in numerous academic and professional disciplines. Design is an organisational principle, and how we define design determines how we understand the world. Although Design Thinking and Maker Culture are usually associated with Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) subjects, an increasing number of Arts and Humanities fields, especially those that are interdisciplinary and technology-driven (typically referred to a STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) employ these approaches to advance their research and teaching practice. The IGNITE module will show how the humanities and the cultural heritage sector can benefit from Design Thinking and Maker Culture in creating user-friendly websites and exhibitions, successfully engaging with the public, or solving every-day workflow issues.