framework for the implementation of a virtual design studio model in ...

� 3D Design Technology
� Collaborative Design
Within this framework, students are required to embrace Virtual Design Technology
and develop an un-inhibited mode of thinking instrumental to the key concepts
repeated throughout the course of the studio. Students are expected to obtain a
coherent and systematic body of knowledge facilitating the multi-technological tools
available before, during and after the studio.
The rate of student development will depend on the extent of which they choose to
embrace the digital media and technological tools provided; how they conduct selfdirected
study/observations and their individual contribution to the collaborative
design workshops. Student development will be monitored, assessed and documented
using traditional and technological methods by the project tutors.
7.0 Studio Analysis
7.1 Studio Summary
The studio will bring together a diverse range of experience in relation to design. Most
societies believe that a mix of people, uses, opportunities and facilities are crucial for a
sense of identity and self-sufficiency, all of which are characteristics which deem a
good place to live. The studio will analyse large new neighbourhoods either under
construction, planned as prototypes or relatively new, namely Dubai. Each
neighbourhood, brought by participants will be presented, discussed and will form the
basis of their chosen group collaborations.
The subtext of these dissections is the spectre of Sharjah 2010, and will attempt to
create solutions, on the scale of the small province, to problems such as climate
change, sea-level fluctuations, energy, conflict and displacement. Solutions discussed
will address human survival, in terms of physicality, sociality and psyche.
Ultimately, the participants and collaborative groups must choose both the scale and
location of their enquiry.
The summary of area character and development opportunities for Sharjah will be
available on the Municipality website where The Province of Sharjah Strategy can be
found. These areas will be explored throughout the duration of the studio.
7.2 Off-Site Components
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