For this Final Project workshop, we did several mini workshops: empathy workshop and Final Project ideation.
The Empathy Workshop was fascinating — I was particularly excited by seeing whether or not I managed to have my partner build what I described. I thought it was essentially about effective and clear communication as well so your partner could clearly understand what to build. As for empathy, I can see how it is to help share an identical connection and build connection. Usually, I associate empathy with being able to understand someone else’s emotions rather than to a physical object.
The Final Project ideation definitely helped break through the pressure of crafting your own final project with a new set of eyes. I definitely considered the new ideas my partner brought to the table and what Gabe’s partner suggested. It is definitely going to shape how we approach the project. I also helped clarify my plan of action. I think having someone else look at your project simply helps one to break away what they want to envision.