“We’re not doing theory, don’t worry”, how reframing models as experiences builds real understanding
People don’t resist models, they resist how models are introduced.
This exploration shows why naming a framework too early shuts people down, and how experience-first design builds real understanding.
Who grabs the pen? Redefining participation in intercultural learning spaces
Visibility is often mistaken for engagement.
This exploration shows why “grabbing the pen” is culturally loaded, and how to design learning spaces where many forms of participation can shape the outcome.