When we say something using complicated, formal words, most people zone out. This happens in making, too. When girls are introduced to engineering with words like ‘computer science’, ‘programming’, and ‘technology’, they show less interest than when they are introduced with terms like ‘fixing problems’, and ‘crafting’. This shows that the language that we use to describe things is very important.
As our world has become more reliant on technology, we have just begun to change certain practices. The way we manufacture is one example of this. Artificial intelligence and machine learning have begun to be implemented in the workplace in several ways, and have a positive outlook on the future.
When we say something using complicated, formal words, most people zone out. This happens in making, too. When girls are introduced to engineering with words like ‘computer science’, ‘programming’, and ‘technology’, they show less interest than when they are introduced with terms like ‘fixing problems’, and ‘crafting’. This shows that the language that we use to describe things is very important.
After teaching design to adult students at the University of Leeds, I realized although there are various parts to creating a design, having agency over the process so that it is true to your own idea is what truly makes it an incredible experience.