Fostering Collaboration and Creativity Through Figma: A Classroom Experience
Creators: name: Ascencio, Sam
Publisher: name: unknown
Year: 2024
Subjects: subject: Activity programs in education

description: Introduction
Figma stands out in the design world as a tool that enhances creativity and fosters teamwork. I recently led a Figma-based activity for students, focusing on both skill development and collaboration.

The Activity
Designed for small groups, the session revolved around creating a "yearbook page" in Figma to introduce each student creatively. This challenge included using various Figma features like frames, images, and prototyping.

Key Takeaways
1. Individual Exploration: Giving students time to explore challenges independently was crucial, balancing guidance with autonomy.

2. Peer-to-Peer Assistance: Encouraging collaboration was key. Students helping each other strengthened the learning process and built a supportive community.

3. Flexibility: Being flexible with the pace of learning was important as some concepts took longer to grasp than others.

4. Resource Utilization: Students used resources like Google and ChatGPT, promoting independent problem-solving skills.

5. Presentation Management: The presentation phase needed tweaks. Deciding the order of presentations was left to students, fostering teamwork and communication skills.

6. Reflective Learning: Discussing the challenges and solutions post-presentation through screen-sharing was effective for peer learning.

7. Support and Encouragement: Continuously cheering the students on and showing enthusiasm for their achievements built confidence and a positive learning environment.

Conclusion
This Figma activity was a blend of technical and life skill development, highlighting the importance of a supportive and creative educational approach. I plan to refine this activity further to enhance learning outcomes.
description: Introduction Figma stands out in the design world as a tool that enhances creativity and fosters teamwork. I recently led a Figma-based activity for students, focusing on both skill development and collaboration. The Activity Designed for small groups, the session revolved around creating a "yearbook page" in Figma to introduce each student creatively. This challenge included using various Figma features like frames, images, and prototyping. Key Takeaways 1. Individual Exploration: Giving students time to explore challenges independently was crucial, balancing guidance with autonomy. 2. Peer-to-Peer Assistance: Encouraging collaboration was key. Students helping each other strengthened the learning process and built a supportive community. 3. Flexibility: Being flexible with the pace of learning was important as some concepts took longer to grasp than others. 4. Resource Utilization: Students used resources like Google and ChatGPT, promoting independent problem-solving skills. 5. Presentation Management: The presentation phase needed tweaks. Deciding the order of presentations was left to students, fostering teamwork and communication skills. 6. Reflective Learning: Discussing the challenges and solutions post-presentation through screen-sharing was effective for peer learning. 7. Support and Encouragement: Continuously cheering the students on and showing enthusiasm for their achievements built confidence and a positive learning environment. Conclusion This Figma activity was a blend of technical and life skill development, highlighting the importance of a supportive and creative educational approach. I plan to refine this activity further to enhance learning outcomes.