Reinventing Work: Human-Centered Design for Remote Collaboration

An innovative introductory course by UBCx

Course Description

"Reinventing Work: Human-Centered Design for Remote Collaboration" is designed to help individuals and small-to-medium organizations adapt to the new reality of working from home in the wake of COVID-19. This course equips learners with essential skills in human-centered design and UX principles, enabling them to transform their work processes and collaborate effectively at a distance.

What You'll Learn

  • Assess and improve remote work collaboration techniques
  • Apply human-centered design strategies to overcome distance-related challenges
  • Utilize visual thinking methods for prototyping, testing, and feedback
  • Reimagine work processes to suit the new normal of social distancing
  • Implement UX design tools used by design-oriented companies

Prerequisites

This course is designed for beginners, and there are no specific prerequisites. However, basic computer literacy and familiarity with online learning platforms would be beneficial.

Course Content

  • Introduction to human-centered design principles
  • UX design tools for remote work environments
  • Visual thinking and mapping techniques
  • Prototyping and testing strategies for distance collaboration
  • Expert conversations on workplace reinvention
  • Reflective visual maps for personal context application
  • Adaptation strategies for COVID-19 impact on work

Who Should Take This Course

  • Individuals working from home or seeking to improve remote work skills
  • Managers of small-to-medium organizations adapting to distance collaboration
  • Professionals looking to reinvent their work processes
  • Anyone interested in human-centered design and UX principles
  • Job seekers aiming to enhance their skillset in the post-COVID job market

Real-World Applications

  • Improving team collaboration in remote work settings
  • Redesigning business processes to accommodate social distancing
  • Enhancing user experience for digital products and services
  • Developing innovative solutions for workplace challenges
  • Creating more efficient and human-centered work environments
  • Adapting traditional business models to the digital landscape
  • Improving communication and productivity in virtual teams

Further Learning

This course serves as an excellent primer for those interested in delving deeper into the subject. Upon completion, learners can enroll in the two-course edX professional certificate program: "Human-Centered Design for Work at a Distance," which offers real-life case studies, live instructor interaction, and expert feedback.

By mastering these skills, learners will be well-equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of work, turning challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth in their professional lives.