MH4075 Theory of Architectural Education Syllabus:
MH4075 Theory of Architectural Education Syllabus – Anna University PG Syllabus Regulation 2021
OBJECTIVES
To give familiarity about theories of architectural education.
To introduce the idea of cognition development.
To give familiarity about ways of thinking and learning with respect to architecture.
UNIT I INTRODUCTION
Overview of the important aspects of the discipline of architecture. Nature of Architectural Education based on the nature of the discipline of architecture.
UNIT II TOOLS/ TECHNIQUES TO TEACH ARCHITECTURE
Models and methods of Teaching. Teaching Aids In Architecture Education. Types of Teaching Aids- Visual, Audio, etc., Learning by Doing, reflection, exploring, arguing, incidentally. Case-Based Teaching. Advanced Organizer, Concept attainment model, Simulations.
UNIT III SYNECTICS AS A MODEL OF TEACHING
The essence of creativity in synectics. Use of synectics in the design studio. Techniques of teaching-learning: Maxims of teaching and its application to subjects of architecture. Concept mapping, creating concept maps. Basic aspects of classroom management.
UNIT IV STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
Need of development. Cognitive Development. Connection between seeing and remembering. Memory Retention. Attention Span. Organizing Communication. Comprehension. Create a Focal Point. Evolution of technology in education. Testing of module/ survey conducted.
UNIT V LEARNING IN ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STUDIO
Development of Critical, Creative and Pragmatic Thinking in Architectural Design Studio. Bloom Taxonomy in Design Studio. Qualities which can be attained at various stages in Architectural Design Studio.
TOTAL: 45 PERIODS
COURSE OUTCOME
CO1 Awareness of the importance of contextual excellence in architectural design and methods for the same.
CO2 Knowledge about and ability to integrate interdisciplinary and cognitive aspects of learning, teaching and development.
REFERENCES
1. S. K. Mangal, ‘Essential of Educational Technology’, PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd., 2009.
2. Bruce Joyce, Emily Calhoun, Marsha Weils, ‘Models of Teaching’, Pearson, 2014.
3. Klausmier, Ripple,’Learning and Human Abilities’ Harper and Row, New York, 1971.
4. Eames Charles, Ray, ‘An Eames Anthology’, Yale University Press, 2015.