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< Reflections and Looking Forward >
At the end of the workshop, a teacher reflected:
“It was great for them to express themselves through art, use their imagination, and break away from stricter lesson structures. They were able to express themselves, and it was wonderful to get a glimpse of their worldview.”
This feedback validated the core of our project—learning should be participatory, immersive, and non-hierarchical.
Building deeper engagement – Understanding young people’s needs before the workshop begins by collaborating more closely with teachers and students.
Expanding time frames – A single session creates impact, but lasting engagement requires sustained interaction.
Refining facilitation – Breaking initial awkwardness faster to immediately immerse participants in the experience.
The most enduring realization?
Impact is complex. It doesn’t happen in a single moment—it emerges through ongoing, meaningful collaboration.
Making Worlds with Others was a step in this direction. It wasn’t about a finished product, but about creating an experience where imagination, collaboration, and world-building could thrive.
“It was great for them to express themselves through art, use their imagination, and break away from stricter lesson structures. They were able to express themselves, and it was wonderful to get a glimpse of their worldview.”
This feedback validated the core of our project—learning should be participatory, immersive, and non-hierarchical.
Challenges & Areas for Growth
The most enduring realization?
Impact is complex. It doesn’t happen in a single moment—it emerges through ongoing, meaningful collaboration.
Making Worlds with Others was a step in this direction. It wasn’t about a finished product, but about creating an experience where imagination, collaboration, and world-building could thrive.
My research within participatory design methodologies and imapct of co-creation workshops continues as I work on future projects.
If you want to know more, discuss more, please reach out at workxyashika@gmail.com