To Begin the Class

Read the syllabus located on the left navigation menu.
Set up the technology you'll need (use resources below for help).
Complete the Getting Started and Week 1 module
You don't need to purchase a textbook in this class.

Meet Your Instructor

Hello, my name is Youngbok Hong and I will be your instructor for this course!

Throughout this term, please feel free to contact me using the information below:

Email: youhong@iupui.edu
Phone: (317)-278-9475
Office hours: Mondays 9 am-10 am. You can also set up an appointment by sending an email through the canvas inbox. I will return your emails within 48 business hours. In case of emergency only email me at youhong@iupui.edu. Please clear in the subject line as to what the message is concerning.

About This Course

Sensemaking is ubiquitous and involves daily decisions in operating our life. The course will overview the theories and evidence of sensemaking from many disciplines. By doing so, the course aims to explore positions and roles of visuals in the sensemaking process with a focus on “wicked” human problems. Students will learn the concepts of visual sensemaking by applying the methods and tools and reflection on their experience.

What You'll Learn

The course is divided into the following modules.

Module 1: What is wicked problem and sensemaking? Weeks 1-2 introduce the overview of Sensemaking within the context of design thinking.
Module 2: How to make sense methodically? Weeks 3-7 introduce the basic methods of visual sensemaking through analysis and practice of methods.
Module 3: Let's take a deep dive!: Weeks 8-15 focus on the application of the visual sensemaking methods

How You'll Learn

You will learn in this class through doing. The course activities consist of three elements, which are repeated in each module: DIGEST, DISCUSS, and DO. You will demonstrate your understanding of the introduced concepts through producing and communicating artifacts.

DIGEST: You will read, watch and ponder the posted course materials.
DISCUSS: You will actively discuss what you've learned with your classmates and instructor to provide feedback among each other.
DO:You will demonstrate your synthesis of learning by executing assignments and producing output.

Expectations for the coursework

Being an Active Learner In this class, my role is guiding your learning experience. You're the one owning the learning experience. You 're expected to log onto Canvas at least three times a week to view assignments, presentations, contribute to discussions, post questions, read posting of others. Activities and assignments will be posted in advance providing appropriate time for completion. Please plan your schedules accordingly.
Contribute to creating a community of learning. Everyone is expected to be accountable to each other to create a quality of learning experience. It is important to build a classroom climate that is welcoming and safe for everyone. Please display respect for everyone in the class. Take a few minutes and review all the Core Rules of Netiquette and these considerations for when you are attending class remotely.

Tools we'll be using

Canvas
Zoom
Kaltura
Google at IU
Miro is the virtual whiteboard tool. You will receive an invitation from me.
GroupMe is a tool for building a learning community. You will receive an invitation from me.

Please note: As we progress through the semester, this list may change. Learn about these tools at Keep Learning.

Resources

Visit the Keep Learning website for information about learning in Canvas.
Enroll in the Keep Learning Canvas site for information about the most widely-used technologies for Canvas courses at Indiana University. (Requires you to enroll in the Canvas site through Expand, the portal that IU uses for a variety of student and staff training resources.)
UITS Tech Support: Open 24/7 to help with your technology questions.
Fall 2020 at IU: The most up-to-date resource to address questions about the IU Fall 2020 term.
Canvas Student Guide: Detailed instructions for using Canvas as a student.
IU Knowledge Base: Find answers to your detailed questions about technology at IU.