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Table 1 Description of Design Thinking tools

From: LODPRO: learning objects development process

Tool

Description

Analysis and synthesis

The analysis is very important to break down complex issues as a way of better understanding them; yet, the creative process is based on synthesis or the collective act to join parts in the creation of complete ideas.

Brainstorming

Very necessary when the goal is to obtain a wide range of ideas.

Prototyping

A prototype is any tangible object that allows for the exploration, evaluation, and development of an idea.

Storyboard

A way to communicate an idea with sufficient clarity. Vignettes describe potential situations using words and images.