[Members Wanted] Creative Literacy Lab (Iba Lab) - Exploring Further Potentials of Manga, Generative AI, and Pattern Languages
Spring Semester, 2024
SEMINAR A - Prof. Takashi Iba
4-5 period, Thursday (Face-to-face)
Main Language: English (In individual projects, some are conducted in English while others are conducted in Japanese)
Location: SFC
We will hold the Iba Lab information session on January 18 during the 6th period in classroom i11.
Note that the entry deadline is January 23rd.
Objectives / Intended Learning Outcome
In the emerging era of the "creative society," creativity stands as the key attribute. We at Iba Lab are committed to exploring and defining 'creative literacy' — a forward-thinking take on literacy that goes beyond reading and writing to foster creation for realizing a better future, and we will continue to dedicate our efforts towards this endeavor. Our focus spans three exciting areas: manga, generative AI, and pattern languages.
The first area, manga, is our initial focus of exploration. With manga, we're pushing boundaries beyond traditional storytelling. Our goal is to transform manga into a sophisticated tool for complex communication and daily interaction, exploring its artistic depths and expressive potential. The following paper reports on our case study: "Communication Using Manga Expression: The 'Exhibition by Manga' pattern and Its Actual Case" ( https://web.sfc.keio.ac.jp/~iba/papers/AsianPLoP2024_Manga.pdf ). Furthermore, our 2023 collection of Pattern Manga is available here. We invite you to explore and enjoy these manga!
(http://web.sfc.keio.ac.jp/~iba/booklet/PatternMangaZineVol.1_PDF.pdf)
In the second area, we delve into generative AI. Moving past mere utility, we explore its role as a creative collaborator. Our mission is to unlock new creative possibilities, working hand-in-hand with AI to develop and share innovative approaches. The following paper reports on our case study of ORF2023: "Visualizing Future Visions: Generating Images with Generative AI" (https://web.sfc.keio.ac.jp/~iba/papers/AsianPLoP2024_GeneAI.pdf).
Our third focus is on pattern languages. This involves verbalizing and sharing the wisdom of creation and practice. We're actively crafting pattern languages in various domains and teaching the literacy of pattern language crafting to people. The following paper introduces one of our pattern language project: "Crafting a Pattern Language for ‘Seeing of Essence’" (https://web.sfc.keio.ac.jp/~iba/papers/AsianPLoP2024_SeingOfEssence.pdf).
Amidst a global landscape, Japan's unique contributions, particularly in manga and pattern languages, take on new significance. Recognized worldwide, Japan's manga and our extensive research in pattern languages — with over 3,000 patterns developed and shared globally — highlight the importance of our work. In Iba Lab, we're not just researching; we're leading the charge in creative literacy for the future.
Starting from the 2024 academic year, we are committed to conducting our research meetings in English. While not all faculty and student members are proficient in English, this initiative aims to welcome members who do not speak Japanese and foster inclusive activities. This approach also serves to improve our English communication skills through regular practice. Projects will vary in their language use: some in English, others in both Japanese and English, and some only in Japanese. For detailed information, we encourage you to review the project descriptions.
Our Key Concepts
Presented here is a manga, we drew, offering insights into Iba Lab's foundational concepts: 'Creative Society', 'Generator', and 'Pattern Language'. We invite you to explore and read it for an overview and understanding.
Like this, in the upcoming semester's 'Manga Crafting Project', we will explore the potential of manga as a means of communication for sharing concepts and patterns. We will actually be drawing manga to delve into this expressive medium.
Project Overview
Members of the research group will participate in one or more projects. The projects conducted at Iba Lab can be categorized into several types. “Lab Projects” are closely related to the themes and challenges of the kenkyukai (research group / lab), with Prof. Iba involved as a co-leader. “Student Projects” are initiated based on the interests of student members. Furthermore, “Inter-lab Projects” are conducted with other research lab at SFC. The details of the projects will be provided further down in this syllabus.
[Lab Projects]
(1) Manga Crafting Project / 漫画制作プロジェクト
(2) Exploration Project on Creative Uses of Generative AI
(3) Exciting-Life Interview Project
(4) Empowering Southeast Asian Youth Project
(5) Project on Crafting a Pattern Language for Innovative, Engaging and Pioneering Research Design / 面白く魅力的で新しい道を切り拓くリサーチ・デザインのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
(6) 少年マンガに学ぶ、「逆境に立ち向かい、自らの人生を切り拓いていく」ためのパターン・ランゲージ作成研究プロジェクト / Project on Crafting a Pattern Language for Overcoming Setbacks and Carving One’ s Own Path : Drawing Learnings from Shonen Manga
(7) 富士吉田スタイル・ランゲージWSプロジェクト / Fujiyoshida Style Language Workshop Project
(8) 「土と生き、自分たちが食べるものを育てる暮らし」のつくりかたのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
(9) 漫画パターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
(10)「つくる力」の向上のための能動的学びのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
(11)「地方で求心力のある宿のつくりかた」のパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
[Student Projects]
(12) 競技力の向上と人間的な成長を目指したダブルゴール・コーチングのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
(13) 尋常性白斑とともに暮らしていくためのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
(14) ともに本質を探究する「哲学対話」実践のパターン・ランゲージ 作成プロジェクト
(15) 空き家を共創の場にして地域をつくるコツのパターン・ランゲージの作成
[Inter-lab Projects]
(16)「ゆるい行政コミュニケーション」研究プロジェクト
How to Apply to the Lab
Please submit the following entry sheet by January 23rd, to the address provided. Please complete the following entry sheet, convert it to a PDF file, and submit it through the form provided here: https://forms.gle/dn9fWXgDtzpa3ewi6
The interviews are planned to be held around January 30th (Tuesday), 31st (Wednesday), and February 1st (Thursday).
Entry Sheet for Iba Lab (Spring 2024)
Please provide the following details. Submissions can be in English or Japanese. / エントリーシートは日本語で書いても構いません。
1. Personal Information: Full Name, Faculty, Current Year of Study, Student ID, Email Address, and a Recent Profile Photo.
2. Self-Introduction: Share your interests, extracurricular activities, and any unique attributes or experiences. (For those who are reapplying from the previous semester, kindly provide a thoughtful reflection on your recent activities and personal development. Additionally, articulate your goals and aspirations for the upcoming semester, detailing what you intend to accomplish or focus on.)
3. Project Interest: Specify the project(s) you are interested in joining. See the list of project below.
4. Language Proficiency (Speaking): Indicate the languages you speak and your proficiency level in each.
5. Language Proficiency (Reading and Writing): List the languages you can read and write, along with your proficiency level.
6. Courses Attended: List any courses you have taken with Prof. Iba, if applicable.
7. Academic Preferences: Share your favorite courses to date (multiple responses encouraged) and detail any research groups (Kenkyukai) you have previously participated in.
8. Future Research Group Plans: Mention any other research groups (Kenkyukai) you plan to join in the upcoming semester.
9. Motivation for Joining Iba Lab: Reflect on the videos and papers you’ve reviewed. Explain your reasons for wanting to join Iba Lab, focusing on what you found particularly compelling or intriguing.
- On Pattern Language [Video]
Takashi Iba, “Improving the Quality of Creative Practices with Pattern Languages”, Keynote, The ACM SIGPLAN conference on Systems, Programming, Languages, and Applications: Software for Humanity (SPLASH2022), December, 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qEozD7nEIRY
- On Pattern Manga [Paper]
Takashi Iba, Hiroaki Tanaka, Sae Adachi, Mizuki Ota, and Urara Tajima, “Pattern Manga: Attractively Expressing Patterns of a Pattern Language in Manga Style”, WWS version, 30th Conference on Pattern Languages of Programs (PLoP2023), 2023
http://web.sfc.keio.ac.jp/~iba/papers/PLoP23_PatternManga_WWS.pdf
- On Creative Systems
Takashi Iba, “An Autopoietic Systems Theory for Creativity”, Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, Vol.2, Issue 4, 2010, pp.6610-6625
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877042810011298/pdfft?md5=7c67a7f5856e7e23bc39c9be6dc5bad5&pid=1-s2.0-S1877042810011298-main.pdf
- On Deep Creation
Takashi Iba with Sae Adachi, “The Principles of Deep Creation”, abbreviated edition, PLOPOURRI, 28th Conference on Pattern Languages of Programs (PLoP2021), 2021
http://web.sfc.keio.ac.jp/~iba/papers/PLoP21_DeepCreation_abbreviated.pdf
Project Details
[Lab Projects]
(1) Manga Crafting Project / 漫画制作プロジェクト
Conducted in English and/or Japanese as needed. / 必要に応じて英語と日本語を併用します（メンバーが日本語話者だけになった場合には、日本語のみで実施します）
This project challenges members to craft manga that encapsulate the essence of specific pattern languages, and to create works that are infused with concepts and theories on creativity. We’re pioneering a collaborative, team-based approach to manga crafting. This is an invitation to manga artists and illustrators alike: whether you’re skilled in manga crafting or have a passion for drawing and a desire to explore new artistic avenues, we welcome you. Join us on this creative adventure to push the boundaries of manga and discover new forms of expression, as we collaboratively create stories that resonate and captivate. We will hold regular meetings every Monday from 9 PM to 11 PM. [Project Leaders: Takashi Iba and Hiroaki Tanaka]
あるパターン・ランゲージの内容の本質を含む漫画や、創造にまつわる概念や理論が体感的にわかる漫画など、新しいタイプの漫画を本格的に描くことに挑戦するプロジェクトです。ここでは漫画をチームでつくるということに取り組みます。漫画を描くのが得意な人、漫画は描いたことはないけど絵を描くのが好きな人、新しい表現に一緒に挑戦したい人を募集します。定例ミーティングは、月曜日の夜21〜23時に行います。 [プロジェクト・リーダー：井庭 崇 ＆ 田中 宏明 (D)]
(2) Exploration Project on Creative Uses of Generative AI
Conducted in English / 英語をベースとしますが、メンバーが日本語話者だけになった場合には日本語で実施します
Dive into the captivating world of generative AI, where tools like chatGPT are not just technological marvels but catalysts for creative brilliance. This project is at the forefront of reimagining how generative AI can revolutionize creative processes. Our journey involves not only exploring but also actively experimenting with these groundbreaking applications, synthesizing our insights into actionable knowledge. Imagine crafting photo-realistic visions of futuristic societies yet to be realized, or engaging with generative AI as a creative partner to coin novel academic concepts, drawing inspiration from the linguistic treasures of ancient Greek. This initiative transcends the traditional boundaries of studying AI technology; it’s about pioneering novel, creative uses, bringing these ideas to life, and sharing our pioneering discoveries with the world. Project meetings are planned to be held online as needed.[Project Leader: Takashi Iba]
(3) Exciting-Life Interview Project
Conducted in English
In this project, we interview people who are living exciting lives, have them share their life stories, and uncover the valuable wisdom behind their practices. We ask unique individuals how they have shaped such fulfilling lives despite societal pressures. Our goal is to interview 100 people! English speakers and Japanese speakers proficient in English are very welcome. If you are interested in conducting interviews or in nurturing an exciting life, let’s work together on this project! We will hold regular meetings every Wednesday the fourth and fifth period. [Project Leaders: Rio Nitta (D) and Takashi Iba]
(4) Empowering Southeast Asian Youth Project
Conducted in English / 英語をベースとしますが、メンバーが日本語話者だけになった場合には日本語で実施します
In this project, we delve into the life stories from those in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines, who are self-reliantly thriving in difficult conditions. Our goal is to uncover their practical knowledge. This will be used to empower Southeast Asian youth currently in challenging situations. If you’re interested in the lives of Southeast Asian people and enjoy fieldwork, come and be part of our journey! We will hold regular meetings every Wednesday from 3rd to 5th period. [Project Leaders: Takako Kanai (D) and Takashi Iba]
（5)Project on Crafting a Pattern Language for Innovative, Engaging and Pioneering Research Design / 面白く魅力的で新しい道を切り拓くリサーチ・デザインのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト
Conducted mainly in English / 英語ベースで実施しますが、日本語での貢献もウェルカムです。
Designing a good research is challenging, especially for those without research experience. While research opens up new frontiers in academic fields, setting a theme that is not only novel but also academically significant, socially valuable, interesting, and appealing is a daunting task. How can one achieve this? This project targets individuals conducting innovative, engaging and pioneering research, seeking to understand their thoughts and actions when creating such research and summarizing them in the form of a pattern language. Activities will take place every Wednesday from the 1 P.M. (third period) until evening. [Project Leaders: Sae Adachi (M) & Takashi Iba]
よい研究をデザインするということは、研究経験のない人にとってはとても難しいことです。研究は、学術分野のフロンティアを切り拓くものですが、単なる重箱の隅をつつく新規性ではなく、学術的な意義があり、社会的な価値もあり、面白くて魅力的なテーマを設定することはいかにして可能なのでしょうか？ このプロジェクトでは、面白く魅力的で新しい道を切り拓くような研究を行っている人を対象とし、そのような研究をつくるときに考えていることややっていることを探究し、パターン・ランゲージのかたちにまとめます。活動は、毎週水曜日3限から夕方まで行います。[プロジェクト・リーダー：足立 紗英 (M)＆井庭 崇]
(6) 少年マンガに学ぶ、「逆境に立ち向かい、自らの人生を切り拓いていく」ためのパターン・ランゲージ作成研究プロジェクト / Project on Crafting a Pattern Language for Overcoming Setbacks and Carving One’ s Own Path : Drawing Learnings from Shonen Manga
日本語を中心に、英語サポートあり / Primarily Conducted in Japanese with English Support
本プロジェクトでは、少年マンガのキャラクターたちがマンガの世界の中で逆境に直面しながらも、努力や成長によって乗り越えていく姿に着目し、若者が目標達成や自己実現をしていく過程で自らの人生を切り拓いていく上で重要な実践を学びます。このプロジェクトは昨年度から継続しており、今期は主にパターンの記述を行っていきます。プロジェクトは基本的に日本語で実施し、毎週水曜の13時から夜にかけて活動を行います。 [プロジェクト・リーダー：太田 深月 (M) ＆ 井庭 崇]
This project focuses on observing characters from Shonen Manga who, despite facing adversity in the fictional world, overcome challenges through effort and growth. The goal is to derive essential practices for young individuals as they carve their own paths in achieving goals and self-realization. The project, ongoing since last year, will primarily involve documenting patterns this semester.Activities are conducted primarily in Japanese, with weekly sessions taking place every Wednesday from 13:00 into the evening. [Project Leaders: Mizuki Ota (M) and Takashi Iba]
(7) 富士吉田スタイル・ランゲージWSプロジェクト / Fujiyoshida Style Language Workshop Project
日本語を中心に、英語サポートあり / Primarily Conducted in Japanese with English Support
本プロジェクトでは、富士吉田市との共同研究として、富士吉田市の楽しみ方を掘り起こし、スタイル・ランゲージというかたちでまとめるワークショップを実施していきます。1、2ヶ月ごとに、富士吉田市の現地に訪れ、地域の方々と交流したり、ワークショップを実施したりします。現地実施型のプロジェクトなので、毎週の定例ミーティングはなく、実施前後にオンラインで打ち合わせをします。[プロジェクト・リーダー：井庭 崇 ＆ 岡西 未来 (M)］
In collaboration with the city of Fujiyoshida, this project aims to explore and uncover the ways of enjoying the Fujiyoshida area and compile these insights into what we call a ‘Style Language’. The project includes bimonthly workshops, where we will visit Fujiyoshida to interact with local residents and engage in these immersive experiences. As an on-site project, we won't hold regular weekly meetings. Instead, online meetings will be scheduled before and after project activities for coordination and follow-up.[Project Leaders: Takashi Iba and Mirai Okanishi (M)]
(8) 「土と生き、自分たちが食べるものを育てる暮らし」のつくりかたのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト (Project on Crafting a pattern language for living with the soil and nurturing one’s own food)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese, but non-native Japanese speakers are also welcome!)
本プロジェクトでは、庭や畑など食べる物や土を育むことを通して自然を味わい豊かと感じる暮らしをつくっている実践者を対象として、「土と生き、自分たちが食べるものを育てる暮らし」のつくり方を研究し、パターン·ランゲージを作成していきます。このプロジェクトは昨年度からの継続プロジェクトで、今学期は、主にパターンの文章を書いていきます。プロジェクトは水曜日の3限から夜まで行うことを基本としますが、水曜日以外にも活動を進めていくこともあるので、ガッツがある人大歓迎です。 [プロジェクト・リーダー：林 聖夏 (M) ＆ 井庭 崇]
In this project, we will craft a pattern language of “how to create a living with the soil and nurturing one’s own food” by targeting practitioners who are creating a lifestyle of enjoying and feeling richness of nature through nurturing food and soil in their gardens or fields. This project is ongoing from last year, and in this semester, we will mainly be writing pattern sentences. Projects will generally be conducted on Wednesdays from 3rd period through the evening, but we will sometimes proceed with activities beyond Wednesdays, so anyone with guts is welcome to join us. [Project Leaders: Kiyoka Hayashi (M) and Takashi Iba]
(9) 漫画パターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト (A Pattern Language for Crafting Manga Project)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
本プロジェクトでは、漫画をつくるコツのパターン・ランゲージを作成します。主に漫画のつくり方に関する文献をもとに、漫画で魅力的にメッセージを伝える方法を、体系的に記述することを目指します。自ら漫画を描き、コツを実感することが大切なので、「（１）漫画制作プロジェクト」とあわせて参加できる方を歓迎します。 プロジェクト活動を、水曜13〜19時に行います。[プロジェクト・リーダー：田中 宏明 (D) ＆ 井庭 崇]
（10）「つくる力」の向上のための能動的学びのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト（Project on Crafting a Pattern Language for Active Learning to Enhance ‘Creative Capability）
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
クリエイティブ・ラーニングでは、「つくるなかでの学び」や「つくることによる学び」が（結果として）生じますが、それが充実した学びとなるためには、「つくる力」の向上が不可欠です。なぜなら、つくる力が低いと、そこで得られる学びも発見も限られることになるからです。だからこそ、作家たちは日々自らの「つくる力」の向上に励んでいます。このプロジェクトでは、創造的研究を行う研究室をフィールドとし、学び手が「つくる力」をどう向上させていくことができるのかを探究します。研究をしながら成長して優れた力を持つに至った先輩たちにマイニング・インタビューを行い、どのような考えのもと、何をし、どう努力してきのかを明らかにし、そのコツをパターン・ランゲージのかたちにまとめます。活動は、毎週水曜日3限から6限くらいまで行います。[プロジェクト・リーダー：井庭 崇 & 島村 恵理 (M)]
(11) 「地方で求心力のある宿のつくりかた」のパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト (Project on Crafting a pattern language for “Creating a Centripetal Lodging in a Rural Area”)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
本プロジェクトでは、観光地ではない地方なのにも関わらず、何度も訪れる人がいるような宿はどのようにしてつくられているのか、パターン・ランゲージの作成を通して明らかにしていきます。プロジェクトは日本語で実施し、毎週水曜の13時から夜にかけて活動を行います。時間を確保できてしっかりと連絡が取り合える人、地域や宿に興味がある人大歓迎です！ ［プロジェクト・リーダー：岡西 未来 (M) ＆ 井庭 崇］
[Student Projects]
(12) 競技力の向上と人間的な成長を目指したダブルゴール・コーチングのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト (Project on Creating a Pattern Language for Double-Goal Coaching Aimed at Enhancing Athletic Performance and Personal Growth)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
本プロジェクトでは、「勝つこと」と「人間的成長」の両立を実現するためのコーチングメソッドである、ダブルゴール・コーチングに着目し、主要な文献から重要な実践を抽出し、パターン・ランゲージを作成します。2023年度からの継続プロジェクトであり、2024年春学期はパターンの記述と象徴表現を行います。
活動は毎週水曜日、13時から夜まで行うため、水曜の午後には予定を入れないようにして下さい。また、水曜日の活動時間外にもパターン執筆の時間を取る必要があります。 [プロジェクト・リーダー：日置 和暉 (M)]
(13) 尋常性白斑とともに暮らしていくためのパターン・ランゲージ作成プロジェクト (Pattern Language for Living with Vitiligo Project)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
本プロジェクトでは、尋常性白斑とともに暮らしていくためのパターン・ランゲージを作成します。尋常性白斑とは、100人に1人が経験する、治療法が確立されていない皮膚の病気です。この病気を一つの「特性」ととらえ、それとうまく付き合いながら暮らしていくための実践知を明らかにします。活動は毎週水曜日の13時から夜まで行います。ダイバーシティの分野に関心がある人や、研究に打ち込みたい人などを歓迎します！[プロジェクト・リーダー：井上 絵里加 (M) & 倉田 速音 (B)]
(14) ともに本質を探究する「哲学対話」実践のパターン・ランゲージ 作成プロジェクト (Crafting a Pattern Language for “Philosophical Dialogue": Allowing people to explore the essence of things and values)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
ものごとの本質に目を向け、皆で考えを深めていく「哲学対話」の場のつくりかたを研究します。学校・企業・地域といったコミュニティの中で、どのように生きていきたいか、「わたしたち」はどのような「よさ」を大切にしたいのかを率直に対話し、互いを見出し・確かめ合いながら、共通する本質を言葉にしていく実践知を明らかにします。活動は水曜13時から夜まで行います。[プロジェクト・リーダー：木村 遥 (M)]
(15) 空き家を共創の場にして地域をつくるコツのパターン・ランゲージの作成 (Project on Crafting a Pattern Language for Zone Design utilizing vacant houses)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
このプロジェクトでは、自らつくり、多様な人が関わることでまちを良くしていく空き家活用のパターン・ランゲージを作成します。毎週火曜日の午後を基本的な活動時間としますが、現地調査に行くこともあります（調査の際の交通費等は支給）。[プロジェクト・リーダー：田中 惇敏 (D)]
[Inter-lab Projects]
(16) 「ゆるい行政コミュニケーション」研究プロジェクト (“Loose Administrative Communication” Research Project)
日本語で実施します (Conducted in Japanese)
本プロジェクトは、市役所の大人と高校生が協働し、まちづくりに取り組む「ゆるいまちづくり」で生じるコミュニケーションについて研究します。新潟県燕市での活動に着目し、パターン・ランゲージの作成にも取り組みます。毎週水曜日の13時から夜にかけて活動します。 [プロジェクト・リーダー：青木 遥人 (M)]
Class Schedule
#1 Introduction [April 11]
The purpose and approach of the global seminars hosted by Iba Lab will be explained. Additionally, members will introduce themselves.
#2 Global Seminar on Utilizing Generative AI for Creative Activities [April 18]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of utilizing Generative AI in everyday life will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#3 Global Seminar on Enjoying Growing Vegetables and Cooking Them [April 25]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of enjoying growing vegetables and cooking them will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#4 Global Seminar on Crafting Process of a Pattern Language [May 2]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of crafting process of a pattern language will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#5 Global Seminar on Enhancing Ability of Pattern Writing [May 9]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of enhancing ability of pattern writing will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#6 Global Seminar on Enjoying Pattern Language Conferences [May 16]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of enjoying pattern language conferences will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#7 Global Seminar on Christopher Alexander's "The Timeless Way of Building" #1 [May 23]
We will read Christopher Alexander's seminal work, 'The Timeless Way of Building,' learn its key concepts, and discuss them among the participants.
#8 Global Seminar on Christopher Alexander's "The Timeless Way of Building" #2 [May 30]
We will read Christopher Alexander's seminal work, 'The Timeless Way of Building,' learn its key concepts, and discuss them among the participants.
#9 Global Seminar on Christopher Alexander's "The Timeless Way of Building" #3 [Jun 6]
We will read Christopher Alexander's seminal work, 'The Timeless Way of Building,' learn its key concepts, and discuss them among the participants.
#10 Global Seminar on Drawing Manga [Jun13]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of drawing Manga will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#11 Global Seminar on Writing Academic Papers [Jun 20]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of writing academic papers will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#12 Global Seminar on Composing Music [Jun 27]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of composing music will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#13 Collaborative Discussions for Improving Papers [July 4]
Each participant will engage in collaborative discussions with others regarding the research paper they are currently writing.
#14 Global Seminar on Designing Great Presentations [July 11]
Participants with experience and insights of ways of designing great presentations will share their knowledge, promoting collaborative learning and exchange of ideas.
#15 Project Presentations
We will share and present the outcomes of the projects we have worked on throughout the semester.
Assignments, Examination & Grade Evaluation
Grading will be based on each student's effort in the project and seminar, as well as their growth through learning.
References
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Haruki Murakami, Novelist as a Vocation, Knopf,2022
Stephen King, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, Scribner, 2000
Daniel H. Pink, A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future, Riverhead Books, Reprint, Updated, 2006
Vygotsky, L.S. (2004) “Imagination and Creativity in Childhood,” Journal of Russian and East European Psychology, vol.42, no.1, January–February 2004, pp.7–97
Keith Sawyer, Group Genius: The Creative Power of Collaboration, 2nd edition, Basic Books, 2017
Roberto Verganti, Overcrowded: Designing Meaningful Products in a World Awash with Ideas, The MIT Press, 2017
Takashi Iba & Fumio Kajiwara, translated by Ayaka Yoshikawa, Project Design Patterns: 32 Patterns of Practical Knowledge for Producers, Project Managers, and Those Involved in Launching New Businesses, CreativeShift, 2019
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Takashi Iba with Iba Lab, Presentation Patterns: A Pattern Language for Creative Presentations, CreativeShift, 2014
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Christopher Alexander, The Nature of Order, BOOK ONE: The Phenomenon of Life, The Center for Environmental Structure, 2002
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Niklas Luhmann, Social Systems, Stanford University Press, 1996
Takashi Iba, “Sociological Perspective of the Creative Society,” 6th International Conference on Collaborative Innovation Networks Conference 2016 (COINs16), Italy, Jun., 2016; published in Chapter 4 of Designing Networks for Innovation and Improvisation (Springer Proceedings in Complexity), Zylka, M.P., Fuehres, H., Fronzetti Colladon, A., Gloor, P.A. (Eds.), Springer International Publishing, pp.29-428
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