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    LSDM BA Design 360º Experience

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    • Flexible Learning

      LSDM units offer weekly contents in multiple learning formats, allowing you to learn at your own style and rythm. Weekly contents are available in 3 languages: English, Portuguese and Spanish.

      Assessment

      According to the units' learning outcomes, assessment tasks may include exams, case studies, competitions and reports. All reports will be assessed through a plagiarism analysis tool. You will find self-assessment opportunities and feedback to assess your progress.

      Easy to use Learning Environment

      LSDM Campus Online is an easy-to-use environment. Units provide a clean structure, offering weekly resources and activities, where you can learn and apply new knowledge.

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      Our Tutor Centre is always available to support your learning, clarify your doubts and discuss your ideas.

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      EBSCO Library

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      Statista Library

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    • Google Meet

      Google Meet - webconference system

      Safe Exam Browser

      Safe Exam Browser

      Praxis MMT

      Praxis - Business Simulation

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    Science Applied to Design

    Level . 04


    The aim of this unit is to provide you with basic theory and knowledge applied to 21st century design. The unit is taught thematically and will enable you to interpret phenomena, languages, technologies and measuring tools, which are useful to the integration of design thinking.
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    Design & Creative Theory

    Level . 04


    This unit examines the importance and use of design and creativity in artistic and professional practice and will look at the theory, history and practices commonly associated with creativity and design.
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      Read the articles below.

    • 10 innovaciones que cambiarán el mundo para el 2025

      10 innovaciones que cambiarán el mundo para el 2025 [Courtesy of Cristhian Martinez]

      10 Tecnologías que veremos en el Futuro

      10 Tecnologías que veremos en el Futuro [Courtesy of XpressTV]

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    Visual Language

    Level . 04


    This unit develops an understanding of visual language as it is used in design practice and theory. It provides a theoretical foundation of knowledge that underpins visual communication.
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    • Learning Activities

    • Esperanto Forum
      There's a language considered universal, the so-called "esperanto". It doesn't belong to any country. It has its "norms" and according to its followers, it already exists throughout the world.
      Try to know a little bit more about Esperanto. Share one word or sentence (and it’s translation) and give your opinion on this week's forum.
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    Entrepreneurship

    Nivel . 04


    This unit will provide you with knowledge of economics related to the creative industries, along with a methodological framework of business models.
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    Product Design

    Level . 05


    This unit will introduce you to the principles of Product Design and will provide you with skills to develop successful commercial and non-commercial products, while at the same time identifying the role of creative experimentation and critical evaluation.