Episode 104: Design Thinking in Education

In this episode, Head of School Rachel E. Skiffer and Head-Royce's inaugural Director of Design and Making, David Clifford, discuss the transformative power of design thinking in education. They explore how a human-centered approach can foster creativity, empathy, and real-world impact, while emphasizing the importance of belonging and equity in learning environments. David shares his journey as an educator and design strategist, highlighting the need for creativity at all levels of education. The conversation also touches on the vision for the new makerspace at Head-Royce and the role of collaboration in shaping the future of learning.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Design Thinking02:59 David Clifford's Journey and Philosophy05:51 Creativity and Belonging in Education08:47 The Role of Design Thinking in Schools11:54 Consequences of Design and Human-Centered Approaches14:56 A New Framework18:00 Embedding Design Thinking in School Culture21:04 Equity and Design Outcomes24:00 Future Vision27:07 Personal Insights and Fun Facts