Teaching CAD with Language Learning Methods (1997)
article⁄Teaching CAD with Language Learning Methods (1997)
abstract⁄By looking at computer aided design as design communication wecan use pedagogical methods from the welldeveloped disciplineof language learning. Language learning breaks down a complexfield into attainable steps, showing how learning strategies andattitudes can enhance mastery. Balancing the linguistic emphasesof organizational analysis, communicative intent and contextualapplication can address different learning styles. Guiding studentsin learning approaches from language study will equip them to dealwith constantly changing technology. From overall curriculum planning to specific exercises, languagestudy provides a model for building a learnercentered education.Educating students about the learning process, such as the varietyof metacognitive, cognitive and socialaffective strategies canimprove learning. At an introductory level, providing a conceptualframework and enhancing resourcefinding, brainstorming andcoping abilities can lead to threshold competence. Usingkitofparts problems helps students to focus on technique andcontent in successive steps, with mimetic and generative workappealing to different learning styles. Practicing learning strategies on realistic projects hones the ability to connect concepts to actual situations,drawing on resourceusage, task management, and problem management skills. Including collaborativeaspects in these projects provides the motivation of a real audience and while linking academic study topractical concerns. Examples from architectural education illustrate how the approach can be implemented.
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| Year |
1997 |
| Authors |
Cheng, Nancy. |
| Issue |
Design and Representation |
| Pages |
173-188 |
| Library link |
J. Peter Jordan, Bettina Mehnert & Anton Harfmann, 1997. bib⁄Design and Representation. ACADIA. |
| Entry filename |
teaching-cad-with-language-learning-methods |
