This program exposes students to a variety of collaborative problem solving strategies such as human-centered design thinking that can be used to foster cultures of subjective well-being at work and in communities.
Eligibility
- CU Boulder students (including degree-seeking and nondegree/ACCESS)
- CU Boulder employees
Delivery Mode
In-person.
Credit Status
For credit
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Requirements
To receive the micro-credential, student must take SOCY 2022 Happiness in Society and SOCY 4160 Designing Social Innovations.
Criteria
Using short essays, multiple choice exams, reflection exercises and group projects, participants in this program will be evaluated using the following criteria:
- Has the student developed an understanding of the various perspectives on designing a fulfilling life?
- Is the student able to explain the different methodologies used to conceive solutions to this problem?
- Can the student develop and critically assess designs for personal and social change?
- Does the student grasp the importance of learning from failure?
Skills
- Collaboration
- Design thinking
- Empathy
- Human-centered design
- Participatory design
- Problem solving