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IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications
|September 24, 2021
Summary
Integrating design sprints (DS) and project-based learning (PBL) into visualization courses enhances student engagement and practical skills. This approach offers a structured, hands-on method for active learning in various educational settings.
Area of Science:
- Computer Science
- Education Technology
Background:
- Traditional visualization courses often lack sufficient hands-on, project-based learning opportunities.
- Design Sprints offer a structured, rapid prototyping, and user-testing framework suitable for active learning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a methodology for integrating Design Sprints into introductory visualization courses.
- To enhance student engagement and practical application of visualization and design skills.
Main Methods:
- Adapting the Design Sprint methodology for teaching visualization courses over five years.
- Developing a guide for incorporating Design Sprints in undergraduate and professional development courses, both online and on-campus.
Main Results:
- Design Sprints significantly increase student engagement and hands-on experience in visualization.
- Quantitative and qualitative feedback indicates successful practice and application of visualization and design skills.
Conclusions:
- Design Sprints are an effective pedagogical tool for teaching visualization, fostering active learning and skill development.
- The presented guide and materials support the implementation of Design Sprints in diverse educational contexts.
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