In this unit students will examine the principles and elements of design and apply this information to the design of learning spaces and teaching materials. The physiological and psychological impact of colour will be discussed in relation to specifying suitable colours for learning spaces and teaching aids. The design of wall displays and others teaching aids will be considered in relation to the way in which human visual system functions. Creativity and strategies for teachers to foster creativity will be a focus of the unit.
WEIGHT: 12.5%
ASSESSMENT: The design of prototypes of colour schemes and teaching aids for learning spaces (40%) an analysis of the principles and elements of design in relation to displays (30%) and a class presentation detailing the visual effectiveness of extant teaching materials (30%).
TEACHING PATTERN: 1 x 3 hour tutorial (13 weeks). Online: Fully on-line with weekly readings and tasks
FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS Note: Class attendance may still be required
Web supported - L Online access to some part of this unit online is optional
Fully online - H,W,I,N,O This unit is taught entirely online
Resource supported teaching & learning - L,H,W,I,N,O Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
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