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Teaching Experience:
Spring 2022
Fall 2017
Fall 2017
Fall 2013
Fall 2013
The Teaching Assistant: A Teaching Zine for Graphic Design Educators
During my MFA education, I went through a phase of angst-fueled by the idea of comparison between different design education programs. I constantly questioned the choices I made in picking schools and my lack of knowledge about them. I even considered whether we should get rid of 90-99% of the existing programs. But instead of erasing and starting over, why not try something else?
That's why I embarked on a journey of discovery to find alternative ways to approach design education. I explored different teaching methods, consulted with experts, and researched various education programs. This helped me gain a deeper understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to design education.
As part of my MFA thesis work, I created a small publication to share projects, understanding, and goals with other educators. This publication was well received by my peers and it gave me the confidence to continue my exploration into alternative approaches to design education.
One of the things I learned during my exploration is that projects are a powerful tool for learning. They can be used to help students learn concepting and how to articulate their work effectively. At my day job, I use projects to help clients achieve their goals and the same approach can be applied to design education.
So, instead of just focusing on the differences between various design education programs, let us explore alternative approaches that can help us all achieve our goals. By sharing our knowledge and experiences, we can create a more inclusive and effective design education system that benefits everyone.
During my MFA education, I went through a phase of angst-fueled by the idea of comparison between different design education programs. I constantly questioned the choices I made in picking schools and my lack of knowledge about them. I even considered whether we should get rid of 90-99% of the existing programs. But instead of erasing and starting over, why not try something else?
That's why I embarked on a journey of discovery to find alternative ways to approach design education. I explored different teaching methods, consulted with experts, and researched various education programs. This helped me gain a deeper understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to design education.
As part of my MFA thesis work, I created a small publication to share projects, understanding, and goals with other educators. This publication was well received by my peers and it gave me the confidence to continue my exploration into alternative approaches to design education.
One of the things I learned during my exploration is that projects are a powerful tool for learning. They can be used to help students learn concepting and how to articulate their work effectively. At my day job, I use projects to help clients achieve their goals and the same approach can be applied to design education.
So, instead of just focusing on the differences between various design education programs, let us explore alternative approaches that can help us all achieve our goals. By sharing our knowledge and experiences, we can create a more inclusive and effective design education system that benefits everyone.
Fall 2021 -
Spring 2022
Spring 2022
PUCD 4206 Core 4 Thesis 1
The New School’s Parsons School of Design
Thesis 1 & Thesis 2 are year-long self-driven investigations into the research, prototyping and design of an identified question, critique, or point of view. It provides an opportunity for design innovation and inquiry through the rigorous research and development of a capstone project, through various pathways across platforms. The goal of the first semester is to research, develop and articulate a thesis concept and create experimental prototypes, including designed presentations of research and process. Thesis 1, in particular, focuses on process, which includes primary and secondary research, ideation, prototyping, documenting and writing about one’s own work. Students will be asked to reflect on how their ideas—as expressed through design—sits alongside historical precedent and shapes culture in the present. It provides an opportunity for visual innovation through the development of a rigorous design process.