In February, the ISD COP heard from Ali-Carr Chellman on User Design, a process that empowers end users to create their own designs and innovations without expert-driven intervention. In our June 27th COP Meeting we will continue this theme as we explore Think Like a Genius, created by the visual artist Todd Siler. Think Like a Genius incorporates techniques used by highly creative people to unlock break through design solutions. Siler’s key concept is “metaphorming,” in which connections to design challenges are developed and expanded upon. New ways of thinking about design opportunities emerge. Participants use C.R.E.A.T.E.—Connect, Relate, Explore, Analyze, Transform, Experience—to create design metaphorms. In our June meeting, we will use this small-group process to create “5-D” models that reflect new design thinking. Attendees should bring along instructional design challenges that they are facing in their current projects to work on with fellow participants. Not only is Think Like a Genius effective it is great fun too!
More can be found out about Todd Siler at: http://www.toddsilerart.com/home
Robert Jordan is an instructional designer working in the federal government. He holds a M.A. degree in Instructional Systems Development from UMBC and a Ph.D. in Learning, Design and Technology from Penn State. He has authored and co-authored several articles and book chapters on learning-related topics. His professional interests include instructional design, learning environments and spaces, social learning, communities-of-practice, performance support, learning curricula and training evaluation, among other topics.
Light refreshments will be provided. Attendees are also welcome to bring light meals with them, such as sandwiches or salads. There are several establishments within a few blocks of the venue that offer such fare. If you are no longer able to attend, please send an email to cop_instructional_design@dcatd.org From Washington, DC: Cross over the Roosevelt Bridge; follow signs to the George Washington Parkway. Once on the parkway, exit at Spout Run (left exit). Cross over Route 29 (Lee Highway). Spout Run is now Kirkwood Road. Cross over Washington Boulevard. The Arlington Campus is on the right, at North Fairfax Drive. From I-66 heading east: Exit I-66 at Glebe Road/Fairfax Drive (exit 71). The exit ramp turns into Fairfax Drive. After traveling one mile on North Fairfax Drive, you will see the FDIC building on the left. The Arlington Campus is past the FDIC building. *Note: All eastbound lanes of I-66 inside the Beltway are restricted to HOV-2 from 6:30 am to 9:00 am and all westbound lanes of I-66 inside the Beltway are restricted to HOV-2 from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm. From I-66 heading west: Exit I-66 at Glebe Road (exit 71). Turn left onto Washington Boulevard. Stay on Washington Boulevard until you pass the Giant Supermarket; then turn right onto Kirkwood Road. The Arlington Campus is on the right, at North Fairfax Drive. *Note: All eastbound lanes of I-66 inside the Beltway are restricted to HOV-2 from 6:30 am to 9:00 am and all westbound lanes of I-66 inside the Beltway are restricted to HOV-2 from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm. From I-395: Exit I-395 at Glebe Road North. Continue on Glebe Road, passing Ballston Common Mall on the right. Cross over Wilson Boulevard, then turn right onto Fairfax Drive. After one mile you will see the FDIC building on the left. The Arlington Campus is past the FDIC building. From Fairfax and Points West, via Route 50: Go east on Route 50 (Arlington Blvd.). Exit at Glebe Road, and turn left on Glebe. Turn right on Fairfax Drive. The Arlington Campus is one mile down on North Fairfax Drive, past the FDIC building, on the left. Paid visitor garage parking is available onsite at Founders Hall as well as street parking outside the building By Metro: Take the Orange Line to the Virginia Square/GMU station. The Arlington Campus is approximately 2 blocks Take the escalator to the street level, and turn to face Fairfax Drive. Across the street and to the right, you will see the FDIC building. Cross the street and continue past the FDIC building. The Arlington Campus is on the left.