Abstract
Design education is in a constant flux of innovation and growth. As our students adapt to a world of ever-changing technology, wicked problems and global policies, as educators, we must also shift and change with them. At Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington, by applying Co-design methods to our First Year Design curriculum I’ve been able to build coursework that is organic, fluid, and versatile. First Year Design students must be introduced to foundational skills that teach them how to tackle the issues our future will present. While Bauhaus methods are still very much ingrained in our ways of western education, we must open the door to approaches that are culturally inclusive and forward-thinking. A Co-Design mindset can be utilised to give our students agency over their studies and facilitate new pathways for creativity and involvement. Co-design can be used to build community among students, enhance student engagement and give students a sense of ownership over their learning. This approach can provide the platform to instill Te ao Māori values, such as - Whanaungatanga (Collaboration), Whai Mātauranga (Intellectual Curiosity) and Rangatiratanga (autonomy and leadership). To build students who are engaged and excited. He waka eke noa (We are all in this together). Education is not a ‘one size fits all’ and by recognising this, we can build meaningful and equitable learning environments.
Presenters
Jessica FreireProgramme Leader, First Year Design, School of Design Innovation, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
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Design Education, Co-Design, Design Curriculum
