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Don Norman on Design

 In Don Norman's video, he explains why traditional design needs to be nudged towards 'design thinking'. He makes some excellent points and makes a strong case for 'design' as more than mere appearance. 


https://lnkd.in/gDpmkvkX


However, 'systemic design', is even more essential for improving the human condition than 'design thinking'. 'Systemic design' is not 'design thinking (problem-solving) but they share many of the same aspirations. Don's video is a good start in gaining some understanding in this. Thanks Don.

Check my website (www.haroldgnelson.com) for additional resources on making design and systems (systemic design) better understood than is the norm.

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