graphic design education

Visual hermeneutics and the fusion of horizons: Reflections on a globally networked learning project with graphic design students from three countries

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Graphic Design & Visual Art

The paper discusses a globally networked learning project with graphic design students from Mexico, the United States of America, and South Africa. Globally networked learning (GNL) aims for cost-effective internationalization strategies where digital platforms replace physical student exchanges. The project was designed according to Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) principles, which included ice-breaker activities at the beginning of the project and reflection activities at the end.

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