Computer Class-6 Chapter -5 (Design Thinking)

Chapter 5: Design Thinking

Checkpoint (Pg. 66)

Fill in the blanks.

1. Design thinking

2. David Kelley

3. iteration

4. Prototyping

Exercises (Pgs. 75-77)

A. Tick (✓) the correct answers.

1. a

2. b

3. b

4. c

5. b

B. Fill in the blanks.

1. Iteration

2. brainstorm

3. Test

4. collaboration

5. Test

C. Write T for True and F for False.

1. T

2. F

3. F

4. T

5. T

D. Answer the following questions.

Q.1    What is design thinking ?

Ans:-. Design thinking is a problem-solving approach that focuses on understanding the needs of users, brainstorming creative solutions, and evaluating those ideas through prototypes and feedback. It involves empathy, collaboration, and experimentation to create effective and innovative solutions to challenges.

Q.2    What are the five stages of design thinking ? Why is each stage important ? 

Ans:-    The five stages of design thinking are as follows:

Empathise-: Understand users’ needs through interviews and observations.

Define-: Frame a clear, user-focused problem statement.

Ideate-: Generate creative solutions through brainstorming.

Prototype-: Build models to test ideas practically.

Test-: Get user feedback to refine and improve the solution.

Q.3    List any five application of design thinking .

Ans:-    Design thinking is widely used across industries, from technology and healthcare to education and government, as it fosters creativity and focuses on solving real-world problems through a user-centred approach. Here are some of its applications:

Product Design: Creates user-friendly products like smartphones and apps.

Service Design: Improves services in healthcare and hospitality.

Education: Enhances learning through student-focused curricula and collaboration.

Urban Planning: Designs community spaces based on resident input.

Transportation: Optimises public transport using commuter feedback.

Q.4    Explain any three advantages and disadvantages of design thinking. 

Ans-:Advantages of Design Thinking:-

User-Centred Solutions: Focuses on users’ needs for relevant, effective outcomes.

Innovation: Encourages creative thinking to discover unique, breakthrough solutions.

Efficiency: Iterative process helps solve problems quickly and accurately.

Disadvantages of Design Thinking :-

Time-Consuming: Multiple testing rounds can delay final solution delivery.

Resource Intensive: Needs time, money, and skilled people to execute.

Not Always Suitable: Complex method unsuitable for quick, simple problems.