Design Studio
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The Design Studio is a unique TDSB program with a focus on Creative Thought, Functional Design and Transferable Skills. We have integrated Design with academic subjects to create a passionate program of high-level knowledge and expertise. The program focuses on Design, but will develop a skill set of transferable skills that will enhance any profession.
Using Design Thinking we have created a program that fosters creativity into problem solving.
The Design Studio curriculum focuses the student's development as an independent learner using creative and critical thinking skills. Activities are student-centered and project-driven.
Become a Critical Thinker
Recognize problems as opportunities rather than an obstacles
Feel creatively satisfied by solving other’s problems
Practice Design Thinking and The Creative Process
Learn to create prioritizing Functional Design
Instructors set students up for success in the Design Studio and beyond
The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is an Ontario designation that allows students to focus on a career path that matches their individual skills and interests. The Design Studio is a bundle of 8 courses that falls under the Arts & Culture Sector. Students Learn with industry standard equipment and instructors who have worked directly in the Design field. They also experience on the job training with employers in professional environments and have the opportunity to enroll in up to four postsecondary level courses with no tuition costs.
Students who complete the SHSM requirements will graduate with a red seal on their diploma. This will indicate a universal provincial designation of a higher level of achievement to all postsecondary schools no matter what program the student may choose to pursue.
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