1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 What makes for good design? If teachers are to see themselves as learning designers, what qualities might guide their work? Join Natalie as she talks to a professional interior designer to discover parallels to teaching. Show Notes: If architects create the outside of a building, interior designers create the inside (of which decoration is only one small piece). Good design is more of a noun than a verb that includes functionality, inclusiveness, aesthetics, and a powerful user experience.&amp;nbsp; There are many parallels between the qualities of good design and good teaching.&amp;nbsp; Sound design principles include the use of space and a design narrative.&amp;nbsp; A common mistake folks make when approaching design is to adhere to the status quo and over-emphasize aesthetics. When designing our physical school spaces, access to nature and inspiring imagery, along with flexible uses of space, should be our guide. 💬 Continue the conversation with Natalie on Twitter or Instagram &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;✊ Join our Facebook group for community, connection and allies. &amp;nbsp; ✨Download Nat's six research-based ways to INSPIRE change in assessment and grading! #EduCrush http://www.educrushpod.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/28057992/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/161082864