AI x Design Thinking Workshop Series

Learn how and when to use AI during the design thinking process

Join our live AI workshop series designed for those new to Generative AI. Gain hands-on experience with AI tools for idea generation, research synthesis, and prototyping in a supportive, practical learning environment. You’ll develop foundational skills to integrate AI into the design thinking process with confidence.

Can’t attend live? The setting the stage and demo lessons are recorded for enrolled students and accessible until the course close date.

Course Outcomes
  • Augment your capabilities: Extend what you do well, enhancing your existing skills and building on your current strengths. 
  • Improve your workflows: Move through the design process more quickly and spend less time on mundane tasks so you can focus on what matters to you. 
  • Amplify your output (and impact): Expand the range of ideas you generate and consider more options and directions.
  • Develop essential mindsets for working with generative AI tools, reframing your relationship with AI to be more collaborative, responsible, and human-centered.
  • Use AI to speed up research and synthesis and get insights faster.
Who's This For
  • Professionals in Product, Business Ops, HR, Finance, Marketing, IT, and Design
  • Beginners looking to build confidence in using AI in their daily work
  • Those seeking to apply AI skills in their current role or transition to an AI-driven career
Skills You’ll Gain
Prompt engineering Evaluating AI tools Working with AI Responsible AI use Data synthesis Balance AI-Generated & Human-Centered Design
Format Online Workshop
Start Date
Quantity
Duration 7 Sessions
Time 60 Mins each Session
Price
$399
$399
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What You'll Learn

Live Moments: AI x Design Thinking Sessions

Learn the basics of using AI tools and how AI can help you brainstorm ideas, synthesize research, and create simple prototypes.
March Workshop Series
    • Week 1: Setting the Stage Session: March 5 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -8)
    • Week 2: Synthesis & AI
    • Demo Session: March 10 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Jam Session: March 12 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Week 3: Brainstorming & AI
    • Demo Session: March 17 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Jam Session: March 19 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Week 4: Prototyping & AI
    • Demo Session: March 24 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Jam Session: March 26 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)

    Setting the Stage and Demo Sessions will be recorded and available to watch until April 20, 2025 11:59 PM Pacific Time (UTC -7).
April Workshop Series
    • Week 1: Setting the Stage Session: April 2 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Week 2: Synthesis & AI
    • Demo Session: April 7 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Jam Session: April 9 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Week 3: Brainstorming & AI
    • Demo Session: April 14 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Jam Session: April 16 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Week 4: Prototyping & AI
    • Demo Session: April 21 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)
    • Jam Session: April 23 at 7 am or 4 pm Pacific Time (UTC -7)

    Setting the Stage and Demo Sessions will be recorded and available to watch until May 18, 2025 11:59 PM Pacific Time (UTC -7).

Module 1: Foundations of AI and Design Thinking

Kick off the series with a foundational discussion on how AI enhances design thinking, emphasizing collaborative, responsible, explorer, and human-centered mindsets.
LIVE SESSION: Setting the Stage

  • This live session introduces the key mindsets that will guide your engagement with AI throughout the series. You’ll learn how Generative AI differs from other types of AI, explore its evolving capabilities, and reflect on how it can augment your creative process without replacing human ingenuity.

Module 2: Using AI Responsibly

Use Generative AI responsibly by addressing risks like privacy, bias, and misinformation while prioritizing ethical and inclusive practices.

Module 3: Synthesizing and AI

Enhance synthesis with Generative AI by processing data, identifying patterns, and generating actionable insights efficiently.
LIVE SESSION: Synthesis and AI Demo

  • Follow along as we demonstrate how to use popular GenAI tools to perform basic analytical tasks with quantitative and qualitative datasets, and learn how to start applying them in your practice.

LIVE SESSION: Synthesis and AI Jam

  • Jam sessions are a facilitated space to come together as peers and practice using GenAI. They’re not lecture-based and are intentionally interactive. Each session will assume that you’ve participated in the demo session, watched the recording, or already know how to do the content from earlier in the week. Since they are a space to practice and connect, they will not be recorded.

Module 4: Brainstorming and AI

Leverage Generative AI to enhance brainstorming by generating ideas, exploring possibilities, and pushing beyond obvious solutions.
LIVE SESSION: Brainstorming and AI Demo

  • Follow along as we demonstrate step-by-step how to use popular GenAI tools for brainstorming with specific prompting techniques and learn how to start applying them in your practice.

LIVE SESSION: Brainstorming and AI Jam

  • Jam sessions are a facilitated space to come together as peers and practice using GenAI. They’re not lecture-based and are intentionally interactive. Each session will assume that you’ve participated in the demo session, watched the recording, or already know how to do the content from earlier in the week. Since they are a space to practice and connect, they will not be recorded.

Module 5: Prototyping and AI

Utilize Generative AI to create prototypes, visualize concepts, and bring ideas to life quickly and effectively.
LIVE SESSION: Prototyping and AI Demo

  • Follow as we demonstrate how to use popular GenAI tools to visualize concepts, create low-fidelity prototypes, and learn how to apply them in your practice.

LIVE SESSION: Prototyping and AI Jam

  • Jam sessions are a facilitated space to come together as peers and practice using GenAI. They’re not lecture-based and are intentionally interactive. Each session will assume that you’ve participated in the demo session, watched the recording, or already know how to do the content from earlier in the week. Since they are a space to practice and connect, they will not be recorded.

Module 6: Looking Ahead: The Future of AI

Explore perspectives on the future of AI and its potential for inclusivity and innovation, and craft your vision for responsible and human-centered AI design.

Deepen Your Learning

Supplemental Resources

Receive supplemental resources to extend your learning.

Optional Activity Book

Download an optional activity book to practice your skills and mindsets.

Certificate of Participation

After completing the series, receive a certificate of participation.
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Product FAQs

What is the workshop experience like?

This workshop series includes a mix of live sessions with self-paced resources. The seven live sessions provide a combination of foundational knowledge, demonstrations, and opportunities to practice and interact with your peers. The self-paced resources allow you to expand your understanding, connect with others, and explore additional content. Together, these components offer a flexible, engaging learning experience, whether you’re seeking inspiration, community, or further exploration.

What’s the difference between the AI x Design Thinking Workshop and the AI x Design Thinking Self-Paced Course?

The content is similar. The main difference is the format.

The AI workshop combines seven live, interactive sessions with self-paced resources for a flexible learning experience, offering a mix of demos, peer collaboration, and hands-on practice.

The AI self-paced course is fully on-demand, allowing you to complete the material at your own pace within 90 days.

Both courses include a workbook, additional resources, and a certificate of participation.

What won't be covered?

This course won’t cover specialized tools for specific domains or advanced prompt crafting. Instead, we focus on building a strong foundation in prompt design, equipping you with adaptable skills to apply across different projects and design challenges.

I’ve already participated in the AI workshop series. Should I also sign up for the AI Self-Paced Course?

No.

Here's What Past Workshop Attendees Have Said

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“I have already used some of the processes I learned—particularly brainstorming between the written and visual. Very cool”

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“FANTASTIC facilitator! I loved the applied learning and clear explanations throughout the workshop.”

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“I was surprised to learn about the versatility of ChatGPT. I didn't know it could create charts, data visualizations, tables, and images.”

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“I learned how to leverage these tools to improve my design thinking process.”

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