With the purpose of developing the creativity of the students, a study method which is based on the formal and structural experimentation was suggested for the future studio studies regarding to current architectural trends. Key words: Design Education; Student Profile; Willingness; Problem Solving; Creativity
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Objective & Hypothesis:The willingness, the pre-college training, earned cultural and knowledge background of a student are important factors that have effect on student profiles.
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Key Findings & Data:A 3-stage sketch problem examination which is aimed to evaluate their drawing, problem solving abilities and creativities was designed in a vertically organized design studio. It was observed that problem solving ability of the students considerably favorable than their creativity.
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Conclusion & Impact:With the purpose of developing the creativity of the students, a study method which is based on the formal and structural experimentation was suggested for the future studio studies regarding to current architectural trends. Key words: Design Education; Student Profile; Willingness; Problem Solving; Creativity
The willingness, the pre-college training, earned cultural and knowledge background of a student are important factors that have effect on student profiles. A 3-stage sketch problem examination which is aimed to evaluate their drawing, problem solving abilities and creativities was designed in a vertically organized design studio. It was observed that problem solving ability of the students considerably favorable than their creativity. With the purpose of developing the creativity of the students, a study method which is based on the formal and structural experimentation was suggested for the future studio studies regarding to current architectural trends. Key words: Design Education; Student Profile; Willingness; Problem Solving; Creativity
Kırcı, N., Yıldırım, T. (2010). Examining Problem Solving Ability And Creativity Of The Students In Design Studio. Gazi University Journal of Science, Volume: 23 Issue: 4. https://ajindex.com/articles/1269965
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