DOI
https://doi.org/10.25772/E4KR-BE30
Defense Date
2016
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts
Department
Fine Arts
First Advisor
Dr. Thomas Modeen
Second Advisor
Diane Derr
Third Advisor
Marcella Kulchitsky
Fourth Advisor
Michael Wirtz
Abstract
From my observation as a new resident in Education City, I recognize a need for cultural awareness and communication amongst those studying and working in this particular area. With this project I propose a different experience, a new way to use experiential learning as a mechanism to change people’s predetermined opinions about one another and disrupt personal biases in order to foster cultural awareness and friendship.
A mapping system or wayfinding strategy to navigate a new city is the beginning of a visitor’s experience in a new place. This new experience is one way for users to identify locations through the use of a mapping system, discover cultural communication areas and be involved with sensory objects that require them to become aware of their surroundings. All of these elements are a catalyst for students in Education City to communicate and participate in experiential learning as part of their experience in Qatar.
Rights
© The Author
Is Part Of
VCU University Archives
Is Part Of
VCU Theses and Dissertations
Date of Submission
4-30-2016
Included in
Interdisciplinary Arts and Media Commons, International and Intercultural Communication Commons