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    Teaching Design Based on Classical Indian Knowledge System

    Study Module as part of Design Thinking and Innovation for Grade 12
    by
    Jribh Shandilyaand Prof. Ravi Poovaiah
    IDC, IIT Bombay
    Structuring the Subtopics
     
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    For structuring the subtopics, a template replicating the Indian Design Process itself will be followed, inspired by the ’Form to Formless’ design process laid down by Prof. Kirti Trivedi, as has been discussed above. The process deals with concretisation of abstract ideas and principles to arrive at forms- giving Form to the Formless. I believe that equating the lesson plan with the design process itself would enable coverage of a wide range of subtopics, allowing presentation of case studies and analysis from every stage and discipline of classical design. These case studies can be from different geographical regions and religious faiths, providing a thorough understanding to the students. The structure consists of three basic parts- the Idea, the Form and the Enhancement, and is as follows:

    1. The Idea- Kickstarting the Design Process with having an initial abstract idea. It would consist of:
    (a) Understanding the design process.
    (b) Understanding symbolism and importance of storytelling.
    (c) Understanding the meaning of abstract, and how it compares to realistic representations.

    2. The Form- Deals with giving a basic initial form to the idea. It consists of the following procedures:
    (a) Concretisation of the abstract:
    i. Deriving design principles from the abstract idea
    ii. Body mappings and mappings to other elements of nature to represent the abstract
    (b) Giving a Form to the Abstract:
    i. Understanding basic shapes and ratios that arise from the mappings
    ii. Grids
    A. Understanding hierarchy of elements in a composition using grid placement
    B. Dynamic and flexible grids to suit design requirements
    C. Examples of grids in architecture, books
    and sculptures
    iii. Compositions, mainly in 2D artworks
    A. Visual Balance
    B. Focal Points
    C. Example Analysis
    iv. Understanding the Human Body, looking at basic human measurements and movements in an Indian context using traditional grids like the Chakra Diagram.

    3. Enhancement- Deals with detailing the basic form to get a complex product. It consists of:
    (a) Fractals:
    i. Exploring recursive procedures in 2D and 3D to achieve simple and complex fractals
    ii. Form transitions from one basic shape to another (like circle to square) to get complex forms
    iii. Form transitions from simple to complex by increasing parametric variations
    iv. Fractals in nature

    4. Reflection- Taking a step back and reflecting if the
    final product can achieve the desired goal of representing
    the abstract successfully.

    • Introduction
    • What are Indian Knowledge Systems?
    • Subject Positioning in the Curriculum
    • Choosing the Right Literature and the Challenges up Front
    • Literature Review: Broad and Initial
    • Focussed Topics
    • Literature Review for Focussed Topics
    • A List of Subtopics for Exposure Material
      • Structuring the Subtopics
      • Structure of the Subject
      • Design of Lesson Plan
    • Evaluation Matrix for evaluating student workbooks
    • Design of Exposure Material for Teachers and Students
    • References
    • Appendices
    • Reflection
    • Contact Details
    • Credits

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