Design

Prototyping Workshop

This workshop accelerates learning through design thinking, rapid prototyping, and user validation. Teams generate, test, and refine solutions quickly. Methodologies are proven to maximize learning and minimize risk.

Facilitation Script
Duration
4 days
Group Size
6-12
Category
Design
Format
In-person

  • Use structured design processes for problem-solving.

  • Practice collaborative ideation and concept development.

  • Validate assumptions through rapid user testing.

  • Improve cross-functional collaboration and communication.

  • Create testable prototypes to communicate design concepts.

Teams will leave with:

  • Testable prototypes ready for user feedback.

  • Validated assumptions through rapid iteration.

  • Clear next steps for development.

9:00am-9:15am
BREAK 15 min
Introductions
9:15am-9:30am
BREAK 15 min
Icebreaker
9:30am-10:00am
Exercise 30 min
IDEO - Rapid Prototyping (ID: 204, 120 min → 30 min intro)
10:00am-10:30am
Ideation/Creativity 30 min
Rapid Sketching

Generate lots of ideas quickly through sketching. No artistic skills needed.

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10:30am-11:00am
Design 30 min
Paper Prototyping

Quick low-fidelity concept testing using paper and scissors. Create moveable interface elements to simulate interactions...

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11:00am-11:15am
BREAK 15 min
Morning Coffee Break
11:15am-11:45am
Ideation/Creativity 30 min
Storyboarding

Visualize user scenarios sequentially through comic-strip style narrative. Create 6-8 panel stories showing user context...

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11:45am-12:15pm
Evaluation/Testing 30 min
Prototype Testing

Test rough prototypes with real users to learn what works, what doesn't, and what questions remain. Focus on learning ov...

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12:15pm-12:45pm
Evaluation/Testing 30 min
I Like, I Wish, What If

Structured constructive feedback using three categories. Positive aspects (I Like), constructive criticism (I Wish), and...

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12:45pm-1:00pm
BREAK 15 min
Next Steps/Daily Checkout

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For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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  • Large format paper (A1 or flip chart paper)

  • Sticky notes (multiple colors)

  • Sharpie markers (black, blue, red)

  • Fine-tip markers

  • Pens and pencils

  • Dot stickers

  • Masking tape

  • Timer or stopwatch

  • Workshop-specific templates and worksheets

  • Industry examples and case studies

  • Laptops/tablets

  • WiFi access

  • Digital camera

  • Presentation projector/screen

  • Power strips and extension cords

  • Printed materials (as backup)

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  • Facilitator Guide (PDF)
  • Participant Workbook Template
  • Presentation Slides
  • Printable Materials

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