Design Otherwise : Transforming Design Education in the Arab Region.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Abdulla, Danah.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Design.

Education, Colonial.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (212 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : Bloomsbury Publishing USA, 2025.

Summary:

This book, authored by Danah Abdulla, explores the landscape of design education in the Arab world, examining its challenges and opportunities. It delves into topics such as the Westernized frameworks of education, the role of language, regional and local design cultures, and critical pedagogy. The author critiques bureaucratic structures, elitism in design, and the 'brain drain' phenomenon while advocating for decolonized, student-centered curriculum models. The work emphasizes the importance of meaningful community engagement, the role of design in society, and the need to redefine design practices for broader inclusivity. It concludes with actionable strategies to reform design education, aiming to empower future designers and foster regional identity. Intended for educators, students, and policymakers in design and education, the book seeks to bridge gaps between theory and practice while advocating for systemic change. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

1-350-29580-9

OCLC:

1470861621