Cook up real impact – The Falafel way!

Just like the perfect falafel needs the right mix of ingredients, preparing to become a Falafel Thinker starts with mastering the core tools and mindset of problem-solving.

Before joining the live program, you’ll go through a hands-on, self-paced learning experience designed to help you mix, test, and refine your thinking, one layer at a time.

🌟 What Is This?

This is Level 1 of the Falafel Theory program:

An online, self-paced course that introduces you to the tools of the Falafel Theory and gives you the chance to practice on a real case study.

At the end, you’ll submit a short assignment to show your thinking process, and if completed by April 21, you’ll be invited to the first cycle of the live program.

🎬 What You’ll Do

Over two weeks, you’ll watch 11 short, high-impact videos (5–7 minutes each), guided by Maher Kaddoura, the founder of the Falafel Theory. You’ll then apply your learning through a hands-on challenge.

You’ll learn how to:

Understand and define real problems
Generate bold, practical ideas
Design solutions that work
Imagine how your idea can grow

📝 Your Assignment

After completing the videos, you’ll work on a case study from Palestine using four Falafel Theory canvases:

🧩 Pain Statement Canvas – to define the core problem and uncover its root cause
💡 Fast Idea Generator – to brainstorm three bold and creative solution ideas
🛠️ Solution Design Canvas – to visually map out your top idea in a simple, structured way
📈 Scale-Up Canvas – to explore how your solution can grow and create broader impact

Start by downloading the case study, then access and fill out the canvas templates to solve the challenge presented in the case study using the Falafel Theory Tools. Once you’re done, submit the form along with all required documents.

📥 How to Submit

Once you’re done watching the videos:

Take a short quiz to reflect on what you’ve learned
Upload your filled-out canvases directly through the submission form

This is your final challenge, a chance to show your thinking, not perfection.

🎯 What Happens Next?

✅ Everyone who completes the online course and submits their assignment will receive a Level 1 Falafel Theory Certificate (upon passing the review).

✅ Those who submit their work by April 21 and successfully pass will be invited to join the first live cycle of the Falafel Theory program starting in April.

✅ You may be contacted for a short, casual conversation so we can get to know you before the live sessions begin!

>> Get your Falafel Theory Certification <<

Final Submission Form - Level 1

Welcome to the Falafel Theory Online Course!

Each video is short (5–7 minutes) and packed with practical tools. Watch them in order to build your Falafel Thinking foundation, one bite at a time!

Why does Maher want to spread the Falafel Thoery in Palestine?

🧆 Know the WHY behind Falafel Theory

Discover how this humble dish became a powerful framework for tackling complex challenges with creativity and resourcefulness, and how it can be used to spark meaningful impact in Palestine, especially in times of crisis.

Why Defining the Right Problem Is Everything?

🧩 Define Pain – Understand & Scope the Pain

Learn how to spot the difference between symptoms and root causes. This video introduces the mindset shift needed to truly understand the problem before rushing to solve it.

How to Use the Falafel Pain Statement Canvas?

📌 Get Clear on Your Problem

A step-by-step walkthrough of how to use the Pain Statement Canvas to break down challenges and define the real pain point.

How Can You Generate Bold Ideas That Actually Work?

💡 Ideate – Generate & Select Ideas

Discover practical strategies for coming up with fresh, scalable ideas that respond directly to the pain you’ve defined.

How to Use the Fast Idea Generator Tool?

⚡ Generate Bold Ideas Fast

Use this simple but powerful tool to quickly brainstorm three possible solutions to your problem—then choose the one that works best.