DSGN07090 2019 Design in Context 1 (Research Methodologies)
Full Title
Design in Context 1 (Research Methodologies)
Transcript Title
Design in Context 1 (Research
Code
DSGN07090
Attendance
80 %
Subject Area
DSGN - 0212 Design
Department
YADA - Yeats Academy Art Dsgn & Arch
Level
07 - Level 7
Credit
05 - 05 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2019 - Full Academic Year 2019-20
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Louis McManus, Angela Mehegan
Programme Membership
SG_DCRDS_B07 201900 Bachelor of Arts in Creative Design
SG_DCRDS_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Design
SG_DCREA_B07 202300 Bachelor of Arts in Creative Design
SG_DCREA_H08 202300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Design
SG_DCRDS_B07 202400 Bachelor of Arts in Creative Design
SG_DCRDS_H08 202400 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Design
Description
In Design in Context 1 students undertake independent academic research which will identify research strategies that support their studio projects. This allows the projects to be positioned within broad social, cultural and design contexts. The main emphasis is on recognising the importance of thorough and informed research in justifying and supporting design rationale with particular emphasis on user input. The submission of a Research Log will form part of the assessment. Final submissions may be written text or a combination of visual and written material.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Demonstrate critical ability through analysis of a broad range of written and visual material, relating to issues within contemporary design practice.
2.
Interpret material from a range of resources, using research methodologies appropriate to specific design problems or themes.
3.
Articulate solutions to design and research problems, organising and collating material though a coherent argument.
4.
Produce written documents that are informed by the research path generated by studio projects
5.
Identify relevant themes and issues in contemporary design that justify and support design rationale
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Teaching and Learning Strategies are Lecture, Seminar, Tutorial and Workshop based. Lectures supported by images and texts, provide the context and background to area under discussion. Seminars offer opportunities for more detailed thematic textual analysis and group discussion. Workshops allow for focused interaction, research methodologies, oral communication and structured debate. Tutorials provide for one-to one feedback
Module Assessment Strategies
Assessment is based on submission of a Reflective Research Log, ongoing oral presentation updates and Final Presentation of research path with rationale for design proposal clearly indicated
Repeat Assessments
Students may repeat failed elements for Autumn Exam Board
Indicative Syllabus
Introduction to research methodologies central to contemporary design practice
Introduction to broad -based research resources and techniques
Reflective writing techniques
User research and persona modelling
Observational Research Strategies
Interview and oral history techniques
Evaluating findings and key insights
Design Theory: Design for Social Impact
Application of Design Thinking to research
Introduction to Design Semantics and artefact analysis
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Updates | Coursework Assessment | Oral Exam/Presentation | 20 % | OnGoing | 1,2,5 |
| 2 | Reflective Research Log | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 50 % | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4,5 |
| 3 | Final Research Presentation | Coursework Assessment | Oral Exam/Presentation | 30 % | End of Semester | 2,3 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Flat Classroom | Research Methodologies and Strategies | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
| Workshop / Seminar | Flat Classroom | Individual and group workshops/tutorials | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 3.00 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Blaxter, E. (2006) How to Research, OUP.
Blomberg, J. (2003) An Ethnographic \Approach to Design, Lawrence Erlbaum.
Brown, T. (2009) Change by Design: How Design Thinking Transforms Organizations and Inspires Innovation, Harper.
Clark, H. & Brody, D. (2009) Design Studies: A Reader , Oxford, Berg.
Clarkson, J. (2003) Inclusive Design: Design for the Whole Population, New York, Springer
Coles, A. (2007) Design and Art, MIT.
Gladwell, M. (2000) The Tipping Point, London, Abacus.
Highmore, B. (2009) The Design Culture Reader , London, Routledge.
Laurel, B., ed.(2003) Design Research, MIT.
Laurel, B. (2001) Utopian Entrepreneur, MIT.
Margolin, V. (2002) The Politics of the Artificial, Chicago.
McDonough, W. & Braungart, M. (2009) Cradle to Cradle, London, Vintage.
Pawley, M. (1999) The Shape of Things: A Philosophy of Design ,Blackwell, Oxford.
Rose, Gillian (2001). Visual Methodologies. An Introduction to the Interpretation of Visual Meterials. London: SAGE Publications.
Thackera, J. (2006) In the Bubble:Designing in a Complex World, The MIT Press.
Journal Resources
Architecture and Design; Domus; Blueprint; ID Magazine; Design Addict
URL Resources
Dezeen :https://www.dezeen.com/
Designboom: https://www.designboom.com/
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