Design THinking Models

In the Stanford d.school model, what is the purpose of the Empathize stage?

• To finalize the solution without user feedback

• To understand the user’s experiences, emotions, and challenges

• To focus on market trends and competition

• To create a marketing plan for the solution

Why is asking follow-up questions important during the Empathize stage?

• It helps control the conversation

• It helps dig deeper into users’ emotions and experiences

• It confirms the designer’s original assumptions

• It speeds up the problem-solving process

What is the main activity in the Define stage of the Stanford d.school model?

• Designing marketing campaigns

• Reflecting on the gathered information and identifying user needs

• Testing prototypes without consulting users

• Writing project reports for management

During the Ideate stage, designers are encouraged to:

• Stick to practical and proven solutions only

• Brainstorm widely and explore multiple solutions

• Avoid collaboration to prevent distractions

• Choose the first solution they think of

What is the primary goal of the Prototype stage?

• To build a fully functional product

• To create a simple version of the solution for user interaction

• To finalize the budget and timeline

• To write detailed documentation

Why is user feedback crucial during the Test stage?

• It confirms that the prototype is perfect

• It helps learn from user reactions and improve the solution

• It discourages designers from making changes

• It focuses only on positive feedback

In the 3i model, what does the Inspiration phase emphasize?

• Generating revenue

• Understanding people’s needs, motivations, and emotions

• Avoiding risk at all costs

• Finalizing project objectives quickly

A beginner’s mind during the Inspiration phase helps by:

• Focusing only on technical skills

• Allowing openness to new experiences and ideas

• Ignoring existing problems

• Relying on past experiences alone

What mindset fuels the Ideation phase in the 3i model?

• Skepticism and hesitation

• Empathy, optimism, and creativity

• Formal processes and rigid timelines

• Avoiding feedback to stay consistent

The Implementation phase in the 3i model is about:

• Testing ideas without considering users

• Making ideas tangible and ensuring they meet human needs

• Only focusing on the design layout

• Avoiding feedback loops during execution