Welcome to the interactive web schedule for the 2018 Dynamic Landscapes Conference! Click on the "Helpful Info" section below for tips on navigating this site, and building your own agenda.
Under the heading "FILTER BY TYPE" in the navigation bar, you will see a list of options such as E, EM, EMH, M, H, etc. These indicate the target audience for the session. Some sessions target a range of ages (such as EM or elementary and middle levels) and others are more narrow (such as H or high school level only). Here is the key:
Empowering students to navigate challenging real world problems requires trust in the iterative design process and a dedication to hands-on prototyping. The design studio environment encourages self-motivation and collaboration among peers. Instructors give constructive feedback and encourage risk taking, attempting to remove the fear of failure. Training in digital technologies and fabrication techniques gives the students agency in the development of their projects while they explore potentially innovative outcomes.