Creativity and innovation: how can design thinking contribute to education?

After a leap forced by the pandemic, it is clear that technology is increasingly present in the classroom. In recent years, many educational institutions have had to reinvent themselves, investing time and resources in implementing innovative initiatives. In this context, the use of methodologies such as Design Thinking promises to be a powerful ally for companies looking to stay up to date and strategically positioned within the education sector. That is the conclusion of an analysis by TriggoLabs, a company that provides UX and UI services.

How to apply Design Thinking

The term Design Thinking, which is often associated with product design, is in fact a much broader concept. It is a methodology that makes it possible to identify problems and develop solutions with a focus, above all, on creativity, innovation and empathy. In this approach, the central point is often not the solution itself, but rather the path taken and the insights generated along the way in search of that solution.

The acceleration of the digital transformation process has led many educational institutions to turn their attention to technology. This movement gave rise to Education 4.0, an approach that integrates traditional teaching methodologies with technological tools and solutions in order to prepare the entire school community for the effective use of digital resources. This concept is a strong trend in the education sector. Research by Fortune Business Insights indicates that the global edtech and smart classroom market is expected to grow from US$ 101.64 billion in 2022 to US$ 319.65 billion in 2029, representing an annual growth rate of 17.8%.

And what about education?

Mobile learning, adaptive learning, immersion, gamification and many other trends can be an excellent way to unlock the full potential of technology in education. However, it is necessary to join efforts to truly understand the institution's needs, identifying opportunities and “laying the groundwork” with a structure that allows innovations to be adopted as they gain traction in the sector. TriggoLabs, a company that works to foster digital transformation and innovation in organizations, uses Service Design Thinking to develop solutions and co-create ideas, driving continuous evolution.

“Companies in the education sector need strategies that can meet, in a disruptive and unifying way, the knowledge needs of students who were born immersed in technology. Furthermore, educating and preparing people for a world where digital transformation gains ground every day requires equipping them to make full and conscious use of digital tools. Design Thinking is a methodology that has driven excellent discoveries on our path to innovation, and it can be used in absolutely every area”, explains Matheus Barreto, Director of Innovation at TriggoLabs.