The Innovation and Design Thinking for Television Video Series is a groundbreaking initiative to foster creativity, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial skills among students and educators.
This series featured various episodes covering various aspects of innovation, design thinking, and technological advancements.
🎥 Episode Lineup
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Introduction to Innovation and Design Thinking
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Introduction to Empathy Concept and Strategies / Techniques
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Empathy Activities
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UNSDGs (United Nations Sustainable Development Goals)
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SDGs through the Journey of Innovators
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IPR (Intellectual Property Rights)
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Process: Define (Sharpening the Problem Statements)
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Define Activities
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Ideation Strategies / Techniques
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Ideation Activities
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Anchor Call / Circle Time
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SPACE / Astronomy Innovations
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R&D and Corporate Innovations
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Introduction to Tools (Components / Virtual Simulators)
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Introduction to Tools (3D Printing)
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Talk by Eminent Personalities and Experts in Design Thinking
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Prototyping Techniques
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Prototyping Activities
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Dialogue between Entrepreneurs
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Business Planning
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Talk by Eminent Personalities and Experts in Entrepreneurship
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Interaction with Innovators – Hackathon Students
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Iteration and Test Process
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Pitch and Presentation Making
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💡 Expert Insights and Contributions
The series brought together renowned scientists, professors, and experts in design thinking. Their insightful discussions and practical demonstrations provided invaluable knowledge to the participants. Each session featured interactive activities and real-world examples to help viewers develop a practical understanding of design thinking principles.
🎬 Production and Direction Team
Shravan and Alok Dewidei from Agatya and Navm Foundation led the series' production and direction, ensuring high-quality content delivery. R.P. Badoni, an IT faculty member at SCERT, efficiently handled programme coordination, playing a vital role in the series' seamless execution.
🎓 Recognition and Appreciation
All experts who contributed to the series were honoured with mementos and certifications as a token of appreciation. Their efforts were acknowledged after each session, highlighting their significant role in promoting innovation-driven learning.
🌟 Impact and Significance
The Innovation and Design Thinking for Television Video Series is a pioneering step toward equipping students and teachers with essential 21st-century skills. By integrating creativity, technology, and problem-solving techniques, the series aims to nurture future innovators and empower them to contribute meaningfully to society.
Summary
The Introduction to Innovation and Design Thinking module provides a structured framework for fostering creativity, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial skills. It begins with Step 1: Empathy, where participants explore understanding user needs through various strategies and activities.
This phase emphasises the importance of connecting with real-world issues, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and studying the journeys of innovators. It also covers Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), highlighting the significance of protecting creative ideas. Moving into Step 2: Define, participants learn to sharpen problem statements through focused activities, ensuring they accurately address specific challenges.
In Step 3: Ideation, participants engage in brainstorming techniques, circle time discussions, and explore innovations in SPACE, astronomy, and corporate R&D. They are introduced to tools like virtual simulators and 3D printing, enabling them to visualise and experiment with their ideas. The prototyping phase (Step 4) involves creating tangible models, guided by dialogues with entrepreneurs and experts in business planning and design thinking.
The programme culminates in Step 5: Iteration and Testing, where participants refine their prototypes, develop pitches, and present their solutions, gaining feedback from industry experts and peers. Throughout the process, students interact with innovators, including hackathon participants, fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset.
