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Tyler Fox

Winter 2025

Design Competencies DRG

Instructors:
Tyler Fox & René Capella

We are seeking 4-5 graduate students with qualitative research experience (through HCDE 519 or equivalent research background demonstrated in your CV) to join our DRG, examining how designers develop their capabilities across different domains of practice. Our research focuses on transitioning from user experience design to systemic design approaches, tracking how students grow and adapt their skills through this progression.

The study draws from data collected over two academic quarters, offering an in-depth look at design competency development. This is an opportunity to engage with rich qualitative data while contributing to our understanding of design education and professional growth.

Enrollment information

  • Meeting time: Meeting time will be determined based on student availability. We will target weekday afternoons.
  • Credits: 2
  • Who should apply: MS & PhD students with qualitative research experience.
    • This DRG counts toward the directed research requirement for PhD students.
  • To apply: Complete this Google Form
  • Anticipated notification date: December 6, 2024
  • Questions? Email Tyler Fox at foxt@uw.edu

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