Architecture of the Americas

Explore the fascinating architecture of the Americas and the diverse dwellings of ancient Americans. This course delves into the rich history of American vernacular architecture, examining a wide range of building styles and their cultural significance.

Here's a glimpse of what we'll cover:

• Iconic Structures: Discover the unique designs of structures like the Igloo, Haida Buildings, Wickiup, Wigwam, and Longhouse.
• Regional Variations: Uncover the architectural ingenuity behind the Tepee, Hogan, Dugout, Pueblo, Palapa, Troje, and Shabono.
• A Unique Teaching Approach: This course is crafted with a passion for learning, mirroring evolutionary educational principles. Expect firsthand visual materials and a focus on experiential understanding – "I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand." (Confucius).
• Evolutionary Education Philosophy: We'll explore an educational system designed to propel human progress, aligning learning with the natural course of evolution. This education for evolution approach uses curricula based on evolutionary techniques, enhanced by conscious educational decisions.
• Course Design: The course is built on the premise that learning should mirror evolutionary patterns, fostering a deep and lasting understanding. The design, development, and application of educational systems based on these principles generate a philosophy and methodology of education in synchrony with the evolutionary education system that is firmly and deeply rooted in each of us.

This course offers a compelling journey through the history of human habitation and a novel approach to learning, emphasizing active engagement and evolutionary principles.