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23 Jun, 2020
The United Nations has described the disruption to education caused by the pandemic as ‘unparalleled’. At the virus’ worldwide peak in April, it is estimated that over 90% of all enrolled learners, from kindergarten to bachelors and beyond, had their education affected by school closures and the pandemic (UNESCO). For many university students and older children, they have had to adapt quickly to online learning. They can keep in touch with their peers and teachers online and continue their studies, albeit in a highly modified way. As challenging as this may be, this experience will help equip them for a future that is increasingly online. For parents of younger children, they are assuming a new role: their child’s home school teacher. This is in addition to their usual childcare and household duties, their work responsibilities and often emotional and financial worries caused by the pandemic. Stressful? Yes. The good, and somewhat surprising, news? The experts advise that you don’t teach your children - at least not in the way you might expect.
16 Jun, 2020
If the recent outbreak of Covid-19 has taught us anything, it's that many adults do not wash their hands effectively. It has never been more important that we support our children to develop good personal hygiene to keep themselves and our families safe. This seemingly easy task can be very difficult for children with fine motor skill difficulties. In this article, we explore some ideas to support your child with hand washing.
Person using VR Headset
10 Jun, 2020
Lockdown has brought the digital future into the now. Online shopping, entertainment, education and more have moved from the periphery to the mainstream to, in many cases, the only option. With the necessity of social distancing looking to continue for many months, it appears that this rapid digital revolution is here to stay. This means that life as we know it, in most of its sectors, has changed forever. In order to survive, businesses are having to adapt rapidly, embrace technology and look to the future. Architecture is no exception. There has been a widespread adoption of technology and VR over the past few months in response to the lockdown across all of society. Elderly grandparents who were once resistant to adopt new technologies talk of “Zooming” and have started video chatting with their family members to combat loneliness. Art galleries that were once considered stuffy or pretentious are now pioneers in VR technology, with Google Art & Culture offering tours of London’s National Gallery or the Musee D’Orsay in Paris. These virtual tours deliver art in a dynamic new way that can be far more engaging than regular photos. Critics have applauded the panoramic and immersive views of gallery building and exhibitions which work well for rendering of 2 dimensional art, however impressions of sculpture is somewhat lacklustre. With VR technology, users can enjoy a truly immersive experience in the comforts, and safety, of their own home. The COVID-19 pandemic has served as an accelerant for the arts and entertainment industries to embrace VR.
Young boy playing on mobile device
08 Jun, 2020
With schools in around 190 countries across the world closing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many parents are facing a formidable challenge: keeping their children occupied and developing at home. Overnight, students have had to adapt to new routines and parents have taken on new responsibilities as teacher and carer, often all while juggling their own work commitments or financial worries. Adults and children alike are turning to their screens for a sense of normality, a way to pass the time and to work and study. For parents, giving a child a screen is sure to keep them from bouncing off walls for at least a few hours, providing some much needed respite from 24/7 childcare duties. But many parents are feeling guilty and concerned about the amount of time their children are spending on devices. How much is too much? The WHO recommends that children under the age of 2 should have no passive screen time whatsoever as excessive use has been linked to language processing delays. Older children, around 2-5 years of age, should be limited to around 1 hour each day. There is no such guidance for older children but excessive screen time is often linked with poor quality of sleep, eye strain and inactivity and weight gain. While all of this is true, never during these studies did a global pandemic come into the equation.
UN Graphic Design Image of Doctors in PPE by Kevin Kobsic
04 Jun, 2020
With social distancing measures altering the daily lives of millions of individuals across the world, almost every industrial sector has been affected. Many industries have been hard hit by the effects of the pandemic, but not all. Some industries actually stand to profit from the pandemic, such as e-commerce and cloud computing. But these are tough times for the design industry. Budgets have been slashed, workplaces abandoned and exhibitions and events cancelled. Nearly two-thirds of American designers and creatives have lost their jobs due to the pandemic and self-employed designers are struggling to access government support for their income loss. But the industry is showing great resilience in the face of this pandemic and have not been discouraged from seeking and discovering new opportunities amid the chaos. As they say, necessity is the mother of invention.
A child using a tablet with a Scriba stylus
13 May, 2020
As we spend more time on digital devices and less time with pen and paper, could the future of handwriting be under threat? With the temptations of typing, scrolling and swiping, how can we ensure students develop the necessary fine motor skills they traditionally develop through handwriting?
The award winning V and A Gallery in Dundee
By David Craig 27 Feb, 2020
The V&A in Dundee is likely to boost the city's international reputation and local economy. The impressive building is designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma.
The back of a man addressing an audience of university level students.
26 Feb, 2020
Article about How to improve audience engagement
The back of a man wearing a suit and addressing an audience of people.
By Website Editor 26 Feb, 2020
Article about the importance of audience engagement, to sell your point.
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