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Design Thinking for Digital Agriculture

Design Thinking for Digital Agriculture

位教师：Brandon Dohman

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7个模块

深入了解一个主题并学习基础知识。

初级等级

无需具备相关经验

3 周完成

在 10 小时一周

灵活的计划

自行安排学习进度

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Apply design thinking and human-centered design to identify and solve real-world challenges in digital agriculture.
Use empathy-driven research, ideation, prototyping, and testing to create innovative and user-centered agtech solutions.
Evaluate the ethical, social, and sustainability implications of digital technologies in agricultural systems.

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Explore how design thinking and human-centered design can transform digital agriculture. In this course, you’ll learn how to identify unmet needs, empathize with stakeholders, and co-create innovative solutions for real-world challenges in agriculture. Through the lens of design thinking, you’ll be introduced to the tools and mindsets used to develop meaningful, user-centered technologies that serve farmers, researchers, and agribusiness professionals alike.

You'll begin by developing a foundation in human-centered design mindsets and methods. From there, you’ll explore how digital technologies like precision agriculture tools and AI are reshaping food systems. You’ll learn to apply design thinking to these technologies—moving from problem framing to ideation, prototyping, and testing. Along the way, you’ll consider ethics, sustainability, stakeholder communication, and data storytelling. You’ll gain strategies to make complex digital tools more usable, equitable, and scalable within diverse agricultural communities. Whether you're in agtech, policy, research, or education, this course equips you to design with people—not just for them.

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Learn about the course by reviewing the course syllabus and meeting your instructor. Then, dive into module 1, where we will introduce learners to Human-Centered Design (HCD), its definition, processes, practices, and mindsets. It provides learners with the basic understanding of the two key HCD principles: 1) empathy and 2) iteration, as well as their application to innovative problem solving.

涵盖的内容

6个视频6篇阅读材料4个作业1个讨论话题2个插件

6个视频总计48分钟

About the Course5分钟
What is Design Thinking? 9分钟
The HCD and DT Processes10分钟
Core Principles for Success7分钟
A Design Thinking Example: World Hunger13分钟
Module 1 Key Takeaways3分钟

6篇阅读材料总计70分钟

Course Guide15分钟
Advance your learning through CDA & AIFARMS10分钟
What is Human-Centered Design?15分钟
The Journey of Design Thinking to Creative Confidence10分钟
HCD vs. Design Thinking10分钟
Processes, Practices, & Mindsets 10分钟

4个作业总计130分钟

Learning Check35分钟
Learning Check20分钟
Learning Check15分钟
Module 1: Dig Deeper60分钟

1个讨论话题总计10分钟

Applying HCD in Agriculture10分钟

2个插件总计6分钟

YouTube | Access & Ability: Emma Watch3分钟
YouTube | Brene Brown on Empathy vs. Sympathy3分钟

Module 2 provides an overview of digital/precision agriculture technologies and their applications with a focus on connecting design thinking and digitization. Learners will develop skills through activities and assignments with the ultimate goal of integrating HCD and DT into their work regarding digital agriculture.

涵盖的内容

4个视频6篇阅读材料3个作业1个讨论话题

4个视频总计23分钟

Defining Desirability, Feasibility, Viability, and Ethicality 4分钟
Digging Deeper into DFVE8分钟
Vertical Farms: A Case Study for DT7分钟
Module 2: Key Takeaways4分钟

6篇阅读材料总计130分钟

Digital Agriculture Technologies10分钟
Forbes' 10 Digital Technologies That Are Transforming Agriculture10分钟
Overview of Digital Agriculture Research at AIFARM60分钟
Introducing Vertical Farming20分钟
Could this Tech Help Safe Water?20分钟
Case Study: Optimizing Corn Farming with Digital Agriculture10分钟

3个作业总计150分钟

Learning Check40分钟
Learning Check50分钟
Module 2: Dig Deeper Reflection60分钟

1个讨论话题总计15分钟

Benefits and Drawbacks of Digital Ag Integration15分钟

Module 3 encourages learners to empathize with farmers and other stakeholders who are involved in the design and implementation of digital agriculture. This module will equip learners with the knowledge and skills to understand the needs and challenges faced by farmers and other stakeholders in the adoption and implementation of digital agriculture. By the end of this module, learners should be able to identify the unique needs and challenges of farmers and other stakeholders in various contexts and develop empathy towards their perspectives.

涵盖的内容

7个视频4篇阅读材料4个作业1个讨论话题

7个视频总计47分钟

Why Interviewing Matters4分钟
The Interview Process4分钟
Creating Effective Interview Guides7分钟
Crafting Effective Interview Questions11分钟
Interviewing Pitfalls and Best Practices5分钟
Identifying Segments and Insights8分钟
Module 3: Wrap-up7分钟

4篇阅读材料总计85分钟

Understanding the Role of Empathy in DT20分钟
Stakeholder Mapping15分钟
Feed the Future's EatSafe Food Safety Stakeholder Mapping Report for Nigeria30分钟
Interview for Empathy20分钟

4个作业总计155分钟

Learning Check20分钟
Learning Check40分钟
Learning Check35分钟
Module 3: Dig Deeper60分钟

1个讨论话题总计10分钟

Empathy as a Driving Force for Transformation10分钟

Module 4 utilizes design thinking principles to ideate and prototype solutions that address the needs and challenges of farmers and other stakeholders. Additionally, learners should be able to critically analyze the impact of digital agriculture solutions on the livelihoods of farmers and other stakeholders. Learners will also consider the ethical and sustainable implications of their design solutions.

涵盖的内容

4篇阅读材料3个作业1个讨论话题2个插件

4篇阅读材料总计75分钟

What is Ideation in Design Thinking? 15分钟
Ideation in Agriculture25分钟
What is Prototyping and Iteration? 10分钟
In Action: Iterative Design and Evaluation25分钟

3个作业总计140分钟

Learning Check40分钟
Learning Check40分钟
Module 4: Dig Deeper60分钟

1个讨论话题总计10分钟

The Role of Prototyping10分钟

2个插件总计25分钟

YouTube | Creative thinking - how to get out of the box and generate ideas15分钟
YouTube | Prototyping, Iterating, and Making New Things10分钟

Module 5 will equip you with the strategies required to scale and sustain digital agriculture solutions effectively. This module will cover the essential concepts and strategies related to scaling and sustainability in the context of digital agriculture solutions. You will explore the factors influencing successful scaling, such as technology adoption, stakeholder engagement, and business models. You will also delve into the challenges and considerations involved in ensuring the sustainability of digital agriculture initiatives, including environmental impact, social equity, and economic viability. Through case studies, discussions, and hands-on activities, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to navigate the complexities of scaling and sustainability in the field of digital agriculture.

涵盖的内容

4篇阅读材料4个作业1个讨论话题1个插件

4篇阅读材料总计80分钟

What is Scaling and Sustainability?10分钟
Impediments in Scalability35分钟
The Science of Scaling15分钟
Technology, Scaling, & Sustainability: A Tanzania Case Study20分钟

4个作业总计140分钟

Learning Check40分钟
Learning Check20分钟
Learning Check20分钟
Module 5: Dig Deeper60分钟

1个讨论话题总计10分钟

Considering Environmental Impacts in Scaling10分钟

1个插件总计15分钟

Sustainable Agriculture Production | Todd Mayhew 15分钟

Module 6 will allow you to explore the ethical considerations related to the design and implementation of digital agriculture solutions, enabling you to make informed and responsible decisions.