Description
We will launch the studio with some videos to explore the idea of a cyborg and to define the often confusing terms surrounding cybernetics to set the foundation of our projects.
Instructions
After each video, discuss cyborg concept presented with the framing of the following slides.
Deliverables
Either as a whole class or as individual students, sketch or write some initial ideas on the cyborg possibilities chart. We will return to this chart later in the studio as we brainstorm project ideas.
Description
This is an introduction to sewing through the creation of a simple pocket to hold an object of your choosing. We will be practicing the backstitch a simple hand sewing technique to create a good looking durable seam.
Instructions
Start by selecting what will go inside of your pocket and cut a piece of fabric slightly larger than twice the size of that object. Plan and pencil in where seams and hems will be stitched. You will sew the pocket inside out then reverse it to hide the stitches. Remember to leave plenty of margin space to keep your pocket from being too small.
Deliverables
Photograph your sewn creation and post about the experience of sewing and how you might apply this technique and fabric materials to your cyborg enhancement.
Description
Drafting or technical drawing is the discipline of composing drawings that visually communicate how something functions or is constructed. Technical drawing is essential for communicating ideas in design, industry and engineering.
Instructions
Partners will work together to create a full-scale, plan-view drafted drawing of their proposed final prototype. Draft with pencil to start, then use colored markers. As you draw components and parts of the body, think about how you will create and assemble everything. Once everything is drawn, annotate with linear dimensions as much as possible.Create a legend or labels to define what each color means.
Deliverables
A clear photograph of your drafted cyborg enhancement with annotations and dimensions.
Description
We will be creating a simple LED circuit embedded in a piece of fabric to introduce the concept of wearable technology.
Instructions
Learn the basics of electricity, battery voltage, switches, and LED polarity to prototype a simple circuit. Then, consider the possibility of embedding electronics into your cyborg enhancement prototype.
Deliverables
Photograph your explorations with circuits and post about how electronics might serve in the prototyping and testing of your cyborg concept.
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MA.912.G.1.3 - Perform constructions using a variety of tools (e.g., compass, straightedge, digital tools) to duplicate segments and angles, and divide segments into equal parts.
SS.912.C.2.11 - Analyze the effects of technological advancements on the global society.
ELA.912.R.3.7 - Analyze a case in which grasping point of view requires distinguishing what is directly stated in a text from what is really meant
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SS.912.W.1.6 - Evaluate how emerging global theories and economic, social, and political ideologies have affected government policies and individual responses
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HE.912.C.1.8 - Demonstrate employability skills such as working in a group, problem-solving and organizational skills, and the importance of entrepreneurship.
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TEC.912.ET.2.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of electricity and electronics as they apply to the design and construction of circuits, electronic devices, and systems.
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TEC.912.ET.2.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of electricity and electronics as they apply to the design and construction of circuits, electronic devices, and systems.
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TEC.912.ET.2.6 - Demonstrate the ability to use precision tools and equipment to ensure accurate measurement and proper use of components.
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Description
Just like the Wearable Performance Piece introduction activity, we will build our first prototypes as full-scale mock-ups to be worn and tested on our bodies. This is an opportunity to test out design shapes, sizes, and techniques of making.
Instructions
Begin by sketching the pieces needed to construct your cyborg enhancement. Then assemble the materials needed and create quick mock-ups in paper and cardboard that you can attach to your body. Discuss with your partner what you think of the design and how it could be improved.
Deliverables
Photograph your sketches and your cardboard prototypes and assemble them in a blog post to record your first creations in the development of your cyborg concept.
Description
In this brainstorming activity, we will generate the ideas that will define the concepts of our group projects. We will start by generating idea lists individually, then as a group share all ideas on a pin-up brainstorming board with writing, drawing, post-it notes, and a lot of discussion.
Instructions
See slide 5.
Deliverables
At the end of this activity, the group will have created a collective pin-up brainstorming board. With this resource, the studio facilitator should take time to partner project pairs and create project folders before the next studio session. The next studio session will begin with the sharing of project concepts and project partnerships.
Description
In this precedent research activity, we will individually find a cyborg example on the interest to learn about and present to the rest of the studio.
Instructions
Start by watching the videos below, but go on to search the web through Google and YouTube to find examples of living cyborgs. Once you have found a unique example, sign up on the presentation sheet to ensure no two people present the same. Find images and information to create a set of slides in a post to present to the studio.
Deliverables
Your post should follow the template on the last slide. It should tell the story through a short presentation of your chosen cyborg precedent.
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