블렌디드 러닝을 적용한 디자인 씽킹 수업 모형 설계 및 UX 평가: 초등 요트 디자인 수업을 중심으로

Background. In the post-COVID-19 era, there is a need for efficient education methods using blended learning system to  improve interaction between instructors and learners and the learner's satisfaction  in elementary design education fields. Methods. Through the analysis of previous studies, the elementary design curriculum and blended learning cases were reviewed. We proposed a design thinking-based blended learning(DTBL) class model and appropriate learning environment and tools that operate the design thinking process. Through observation surveys, interviews, and expert evaluations, the user experiences were evaluated in terms of learners' responses, learning, behavior, and results in a DTBL class and a typical design class. Results. We derived the DTBL process in six steps and step-by-step activities for blended learning. As a result of the UX evaluation, in terms of response, more than 90% of participants were satisfied with the DTBL class than with the typical class, and the DTBL class was relatively high in favor of content support media. In terms of learning, the DTBL class showed somewhat high understanding and achievement, but in terms of behavior, the DTBL class indicated lower convenience and higher number of errors than the typical class. Idea expression was similar between the two classes, the DTBL class produced significantly higher results of idea innovation. Conclusion. The DTBL method enable learners to have opportunities as well as to control their own learning. It has positive effects such as realizing their creative thoughts in a psychologically stable environment and sufficient time.