Sep 21Design for All: Letting students learn at their own pace.As part of my Master’s thesis with MICA related to the integration of UX and AI into public schools, I recently launched (or relaunched) a mini-site for my students allowing them to pick any design/AI-related lesson. There are several reasons for this: Not all students are interested in the same…UX3 min readUX3 min read
Apr 8A/B Testing Your Morning Routine for Maximum ProductivityYou awaken to the sound of your alarm, groggy and disoriented. Another day has begun, and with it, the endless cycle of routines and obligations. But what if you could break free from the monotony? What if you could design a morning routine that maximizes your productivity and sets you…A B Testing3 min readA B Testing3 min read
Apr 7Riding the Wave of AI in EdTechNavigating the realms of technology and education, I have found myself increasingly drawn to Edtech, which seamlessly blends my dual passions into a singular career path. My journey began in the late 2000s, teaching at Ivy Tech, a small design-centric college nestled in the midwestern town of Columbus, Indiana. …Edtech3 min readEdtech3 min read
Apr 7AI Ascendance: The Unraveling of Creative BoundariesThere was once a time when mere mortals dared dream, toiling for weeks and spending thousands of dollars on a single image. A feverish dance of brushes and pencils on canvas, capturing the impossible. Now, the world breathes a different air, as technology advances, shattering the once unbreakable barrier between…AI3 min readAI3 min read
Apr 5The Artistic Dilemma: Navigating Recognition and Credit in a Technologically Driven WorldAs the world becomes increasingly saturated with stunning art, new artists face an uphill battle to stand out and be recognized. The proliferation of text-to-image AI has made this challenge even more daunting, as creative minds now compete with machines that can generate visually striking pieces in mere moments. …AI3 min readAI3 min read
Mar 18Escaping Artistic UtilitarianismDay-by-day, I learn more of what it is to be an artist, or so I believe. There are times when my focus narrows, zeroing in on the delicate dance of craft, on the fine strands that bind a masterpiece. But being an artist, the kind that craft works that cause…Fine Art4 min readFine Art4 min read
Jan 18Meditation for ArtistsCreativity is a key factor in success for many designers and artists, but getting into the creative zone can be a challenging task. Stress and anxiety can be a major hindrance to creativity, and it can be hard to find a suitable way to relax and de-stress. Meditation is a great way to calm down and clear your mind, but unfortunately there are very few meditation practices catered specifically to designers and artists.Meditation1 min readMeditation1 min read
Dec 15, 2022Schools: Stop blocking ChatGPT!*Disclaimer, this article was co-authored by GPT)* No more than 2 years ago, I was dreaming up a concept for an AI assistant that could aid teachers in offering personalized learning pathways for individual students based on their unique needs – essentially a virtual tutor. …7 min read7 min read
Jul 19, 2022Gaming is the future of work and educationGaming and education are a match made in heaven that are unfortunately in the midst of a nasty custody battle with today’s students. Kids love gaming. You might even say a good chunk of them are ‘addicted’ to gaming. …Gamification5 min readGamification5 min read
Jul 7, 2022Sim Classroom: Teaching UX through Feng ShuiUX or OCD? Either I’m obsessed with the UX of everything, or it could be that I have a mild case of undiagnosed OCD, but the impulse to optimize the arrangement of my classroom’s furniture is both a blessing and a curse to my students. About once a week, after observing the traffic…UX5 min readUX5 min read
