By adhering to design principles and structure established by Dr. Julie Schell Assistant Vice Provost of Academic Technology and the Director of the Office of Academic Technology at The University of Texas at Austin, this handbook was crafted under her direction to guide students through the course with clarity and confidence, ensuring a rewarding learning experience.
In this course, students engaged in three major projects, each consisting of seven activities designed to build their design skills and understanding. Throughout these activities, students learned to share and receive quality feedback, a crucial aspect of their development. To succeed, students must be prepared to listen to their peers and solicit constructive feedback on their designs.
The evaluation of each project will be a collaborative effort between the professor and the student. They will use the following framework to determine the final grade: one-third will be based on grasp, which involves understanding the ideas, issues, and constraints of the project and demonstrating an appropriate approach to inquiry; one-third will focus on the process, emphasizing the consistent and rigorous development and testing of ideas through research and iteration; and one-third will be based on resolution, highlighting the demonstration of competence, completeness, and finesse through representation.