What is "V.I.L?"

​Verizon Innovative Learning is the source for technology and skills required for success in today's economy. This transformative education program has been working to foster digital conclusion through HBCUs. Through Verizon Innovative Learning, we turn belief into action by helping students achieve, learn, and create more with free internet access, free devices, and innovative next-generation technology-infused lessons. Please take great advantage of this opportunity!

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5G technology is brought to selected historically black colleges through innovative learning labs where our students and teachers are at the forefront of cutting-edge technology. Things like virtual and augmented reality, 3D printing, and more immersive collaboration can turn lesson plans into living, breathing, dynamic experiences. ​

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Key Vocabulary:

Key Vocabulary

1. Design Thinking: A step-by-step problem-solving process.

2. Emerging Technology: New technology that changes the way we live, work, and learn.

3. Sustainability: Actions that can be done over and over that won’t hurt the earth for future generations.

4. Entrepreneurial Mindset: Looking at problems as opportunities for change and growth instead of barriers.​

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5 Phases of Design Thinking:

1. ​Empathize

2. ​Define

3. Ideate and Collaborate

4. Prototype

5. Test​

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What is design thinking? ​

-Design thinking is a process concerned with solving complex problems in a highly consumer-centric way.

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Design Thinking:

​Design thinking emphasizes that most designers use this exact process. The special thing about it is that it puts human beings first; the people we are ultimately solving problems for. Another way that design thinking is still a radical act is that it is rooted in questioning: It questions the problem, questions the assumptions and questions the implications. The short form of the design thinking process can be articulated in five steps: empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. Let's briefly explore each of these phases in relation to a practical design process.

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Phases of Design Thinking:

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Phase 1: Empathize-Gather High Quality Consumer Understanding....​"Empathy is the critical starting point for successful design thinking solutions, with the first order of business to know who it is you're solving a problem for; and despite the importance of strategic business objectives; it isn't your client. Understanding consumer needs, barriers, attitudes and aspirations is the only way to unlock new solutions.

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Phase 2 of Design Thinking: Define- Create a Brilliant Design Brief for All Stakeholders....

The second stage in the process is about clarity, focus and definition. Gather all the insights you've collected--consumer need states and barriers, lifestyles realities and cultural influences--to begin to make sense of the landscape of solutions. A great creative brief, built with both strategic focus and creative inspiration, is the key to unlocking the best solutions. Once we've formulated the challenge into a clear articulation, we can move into the ideation phase with confidence and inspiration. ​

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Phase 3: Ideate and Collaborate-This phase is where creativity is unleashed on the intelligence--where the rubber meets the road. It is time to start developing potential solutions. (example:Brainstorming, mind-mapping, landscape mapping and post-it notes)​

Phase 4: Prototype-Hold Inspirational Rapid-Sketch Sessions or Design Sprints

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-Transforming ideas into tangible "artifacts." Don't be afraid to bring the solution to life in unexpected ways that consumers will understand. Proposed solutions may be improved, redesigned or rejected through a series of respectful reviews and critiques. ​

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​Phase 5: Test....Get fast, productive feedback from human beings.

-It's important that the consumers you speak with have a vested interest in the problem you're solving. Ask the consumers, "How could this solution impact your experience?" or What might make it an even better solution?" Avoid yes/no questions or "Which do you like?" and focus on solving the problem at hand the very best way you can. At this point, the stepwise aspect of Design Thinking comes into play--insert your new learning back into process and optimize your concepts until you've solved the problem. Great Luck! ​

What is an Entrepreneur?

​An entrepreneur is a person who organizes and operates a business or businesses, taking on greater than normal financial risks in order to do so. (Notable Entrepreneurs: Madam C.J. Walker, John H. Johnson, Reginald F. Lewis, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs.) It means "on who undertakes(some task).

Notable Characteristics of an Entrepreneur: PASSIONATE, BUSINESS SAVVY, CONFIDENT, PLANNERS, MONEY MANAGERS, "NEVER GIVE UP MENTALITY"​

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