This free e-learning course and respective learning materials provides an introduction to Design Thinking principles and focuses on how it can be applied to the develeopment of GovTech solutions.
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This course focuses on how Design Thinking can be applied to the development of GovTech solutions. It provides an introduction to Design Thinking principles, exploring their relevance in the public sector to promote innovation. Learners will gain practical knowledge on adopting a design-based approach, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and addressing societal challenges.
The primary target audience for this course includes:
- Start-ups and SMEs
- Public buyers
- Interoperable Europe Portal community members and those we encourage to become members
- Public sector and policymaker stakeholders at all levels (i.e. EU/Central Public Administration/municipal/regional levels)
- Academics
Students of EU or public policy/Design thinking/stakeholder engagement in service and product design
Course duration: 45 minutes
The following learning objectives should result from the course:
- Understand the impact of citizen engagement in shaping GovTech solutions.
- Apply Design Thinking tools and methods to develop user-centred innovative solutions.
- Foster collaboration and multi-stakeholder participation to address complex societal challenges through co-design approaches in the public sector.

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