DE-2 create

To bring (something) into existence:

The ‘Create’ sub-stage deals with developing a concrete structure for the Training Program. Based on the all the requirements and the needs of the programme, specific content needs to be formulated, modules need to be designed and the course details need to be clarified. In this process of creation the advice of experts proves fruitful. Experts can provide in-depth information about a topic and can be especially helpful when a large amount of information needs to be covered in a short amount of time.

The training programme needs to cater to the needs identified and goals set. The theory needs to be precise and the explorations need to lead to a meaningful output. In order to ensure that training programme does not go off-course, create specific design briefs and objectives with each exercise and each module that will be conducted. Only when the participants work together under constraints of the materials, technique, time, the design brief etc, will they be able to develop novel concepts and useful solutions.

The following is the task-list for the ‘create’ sub-stage :

DE-2a : CREATE EFFECTIVE AND MEANINGFUL MODULES WITHIN THE TRAINING PROGRAM

DE-2b : CREATE A FEASIBLE COURSE OUTLINE

DE-2c : CREATE AND DEVELOP THE CONTENT TO BE UTILIZED IN THE TRAINING PROGRAM

DE-2d : CREATE AND ORGANISE RESOURCES REQUIRED FOR THE TRAINING PROGRAM

Space Making Craft- Wood craft workshop- project discussion

Discussion of Stabilized Rammed Earth training education model at Hunnarshala

Metal craft workshop - Worshipping of the tools at the beginning of the workshop

DE-2a

DE-2b Modules Create modules for the Craft Innovation Training Program giving it a structure. The program could be a daily module or sessions could be spread over a few weeks. Modules could be created with effective and informative sessions, moving on to the practical sessions.

Course Outline The course outline can be created in the form of a simple schedule, outlining the goals of each module. Formulate a course abstract for better understanding of the structure and aims of the Training Program as a whole. Content The content for the program could be in the form of various media. Reading material, videos, a visual library, a photo essay, interactive kits, a playlist of songs- and many other creative ways can make the modules interesting while being informative at the same time. Resources Manage resources required for the program- both physical and human. Human resources like lecturers, experts, demonstrators, mentors, successful entrepreneurs etc could impart knowledge and provide guidance to the participants. Physical resources like raw materials, tools, stationery, food, etc need to be arranged at this stage. - Individual modules that the Training Program will be made of. - Modules that compliment the time-line of the program.

- A course outline that describes the modules and their objectives along with the objectives of the

DE-2c

DE-2d

Training Program as a whole. - Teaching and learning content in the form of multi-media like paper, videos, image galleries, conceptual exercises, documentaries, samples, etc. - A checklist of teaching materials and bring it to the training. - Make arrangements for printing, binding, and transportation of course materials well in advance of the training.

- Resources and materials required for the program like books, videos, human resources, documentaries, infrastructure, raw materials etc. - Confirm all location logistics. - Choose trainers who are genuinely excited about training in the craft design sectore and who have experience doing training. - Identify “experts” by referral from others whose judgment you trust.

In Craft Innovation Training programs, all participants, facilitators, organisations come from various backgrounds hence an introductory session becomes crucial to create a conducive platform to initiate new sets of ideas. It also helps break the ice and seamless interaction amongst the participants. Hence one must plan some kind of an ice breaking/introduction session, keeping the participants in mind. It could be anything from a formal introduction to a cultural event.