What inspired you to pursue this project?
Teaching challenges in design studios
Who was involved in the project or made a significant contribution?
Myself, but I invited my colleague to collaborate with me. We finished preparing the IRB protocol and will obtain approval to begin testing in interior design studio in Spring 2023
What are some of the successes that you have experienced on this project?
There was a learning curve at the beginning, however, I was able to get an intense two-day training with the vendors of the software that visited our campus. They have given me more ideas to use that could be beneficial. I also presented some of my work at the iMotions conference that occurred on MSU campus and was able to connect with other faculty on campus with similar interests.
What are some of the challenges that you have experienced on this project?
There was a delay in the order and shipping as the product came from Europe.
Describe some of the unexpected outcomes that occurred during this project?
I tested the products as a pilot on my colleagues from different programs. They all expressed interest in the product and saw its potentials for their own teaching.
What are the key lessons that you learned from the project?
I found the tool very promising in capturing eye gaze and emotions and can offer an objective analysis to students. Everyone who used it found it equally engaging which is also important to achieve in teaching
How would you describe the final status of the project?
I finished setting up the experiment and got it tested on faculty members. IT is ready to roll next semester.
What are the next steps for this project or research?
I anticipate recruiting up to 40 interior design students after IRB approvals and I anticipate publishing the results.
