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Design Thinking: Innovation

Welcome!

Welcome to the library's guide for Design Thinking. This guide provides an overview of Design Thinking resources available in the library, including journal articles, books, eBooks, and web sites.

Ted Talks for Innovation

Video playlists about Innovation
A collection of TED Talks (and more) on the topic of Innovation.

Starting Points for Articles

Business Source Premier This link opens in a new window
Business journals and magazines, as well as company, industry, country, and market research reports. Some full text. 1922-
Engineering Village (Compendex) - no longer available This link opens in a new window
Instead, use IEEE Xplore or contact a librarian (reference@up.edu) for assistance.
IEEE Xplore This link opens in a new window
Access to scientific and technical content published by the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) and its publishing partners. Covers electrical engineering, computer science, and related sciences.
Tip: On results screen, select the Subscribed Content filter to see full text available through UP's subscription.

Books to Get You Started

Agile Innovation:The Revolutionary Approach to Accelerate Success, Inspire Engagement & Ignite Creativity
Call Number: Available online
Encyclopedia of Creativity, Invention, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Call Number: Available online
Innovation for Engineers : Developing Creative and Entrepreneurial Success
Call Number: Available online
The Innovator's Hypothesis: How Cheap Experiments Are Worth More Than Good Ideas
Call Number: Available online
A Mindful Approach to Team Creativity and Collaboration in Organizations : Creating a Culture of Innovation
Call Number: Available online.
Technological Innovation: An Introduction
Call Number: Available online

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