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Annabelle K Gould
ART 210
Seattle Campus
Introduces key factors in the theory and practice of creating and participating in collaborative projects. Focuses on creating and participating in effective teams, understanding strengths and roles within teams, working through team issues, developing techniques for interdisciplinary problem solving. Prerequisite: ART 207.
Class description
Whether you plan to major in Design Studies, Industrial Design or Visual Communication, being able to collaborate with your peers is extremely important. This class will present theories for team development while providing you with the experience of working with other members of the class. Throughout the quarter we will discuss why teamwork is important in the design field, review strategies for creative collaboration and look at case studies of effective collaboration in the workplace. Through a combination of research and a design project, you will develop an increased sensitivity to the power of teamwork, process, self-discovery and experimentation. We will also discuss ways to improve your analytical and communication skills.
Student learning goals
Understand key factors for creating and participating in effective teams
Demonstrate the ability to effectively collaborate with your peers
Provide constructive, articulate and critical feedback to classmates
Incorporate collaboration and teamwork as part of your design process
Utilize strategies for making effective design presentations
Apply research and observational skills to any design project
General method of instruction
Lectures and group studio projects
Recommended preparation
Art 207, 208, 209
Class assignments and grading
