So, this is how my students do it. We learn by doing. When it comes to teaching Theory of Architecture, I always want to be ready weeks before teaching the topic. With the busy schedule that I have, I only have a few time to really be ready for my lecture. However, having handled the subject for three years already, every time I enter the classroom, it all comes down to me naturally. My train of thought is there once I get hold of the topic I get to discuss for the day. Thanks to my mentor(s) for instilling to me the wisdom in teaching this subject. One does not have to memorize to be able to get the jist of something. You just have to simply understand and you can already deliver it by heart.

For this topic, we had to tackle the Structural systems in architecture for Theory of Architecture 2. My students barely have the knowledge regarding this topic. So what we did was for them to construct a skyscraper made out of barbecue sticks and apply the simple laws of physics. Of course, they were having such a hard time pondering upon how to their skyscraper would rise. After a few trial and errors, they were able to come up with these set of amazing output.

After they have come up with their final model, we gathered around to discuss each and every output. The critiquing part is where we exchange ideas and where I conduct my lecture as well. It turned out to be a very dynamic exercise for the students for it stimulated their cognitive, affective and psychomotor skills in studying architecture. I try my very best to teach architecture wherein my students and I learn together by doing these types of activities making the study of architecture dynamic, interactive and fun!