Curiosity and pedagogy: A mixed-methods study of student experiences in the design studio
by Smith, Korydon H., Ed.D., UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, 2010, 126 pages; 3407362

Abstract:

Curiosity is often considered the foundation of learning. There is, however, little understanding of how (or if) pedagogy in higher education affects student curiosity, especially in the studio setting of architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture. This study used mixed-methods to investigate curiosity among design students in the studio setting. Findings showed no significant relationship between curiosity and academic achievement, no significant difference in curiosity levels between female and male design students, and no significant difference in curiosity levels across various year levels or age groups. Results also revealed that the studio environment played a minor role in the origin and influence of student interests; student curiosities were affected more by travel, internships, family, and non-studio courses.

 
AdviserJames Hammons
SchoolUNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
SourceDAI/A 71-05, p. , Jun 2010
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsDesign; Landscape architecture; Pedagogy; Architecture; Higher education
Publication Number3407362
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