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Rituals and interactive exhibits are powerful, performative acts that help us make sense of the world. They allow us to explore shared meanings and navigate the complexities of being human.
In today’s increasingly digital and often isolating world, finding meaningful ways to connect and understand shared norms has never been more urgent.
Incredibly proud of our product design students at Drexel University's for addressing this challenge through their exhibition, “Connection Not Found.”
Connection Not Found is a student-led exhibition that explores common digital challenges like miscommunication, privacy concerns, and information overload. By transforming these issues into hands-on, physical exhibits, visitors are prompted to think more deeply about their online experiences and share meaningful reflections.
This course is designed by Bamidélé Adio Elégbèdé (RitualShare) in collaboration with Drexel University (Prod 340 interdisciplinary studio), SAFELab (University of Pennsylvania), and Kaiser Permanente.
How It Works (PMFA Framework)
A framework for designing immersive experiences
Phenomenon: Identify key digital concerns (e.g., data privacy, misinformation).
Metaphor: Use relatable metaphors to make abstract issues more understandable.
Form: Build prototypes with tangible layouts and interactive features.
Action: Invite participants to engage in an activity (moving an object, answering a prompt) that encourages them to reflect on their personal online behaviors.
Recreating This Experience
Educators, museums, and design studios can easily adapt the PMFA framework to explore a range of issues. This approach brings abstract, digital topics to life and fosters more meaningful discussions about our connected world.
Why It Matters
Immersive Learning: Turning screen-based problems into real-world installations helps visitors grasp complex topics in a more personal way.
Real-World Focus: Collaboration with community and industry stakeholders ensured the exhibits addressed genuine, everyday concerns.
Positive Response: Visitors reported that the interactive format led to deeper conversations about technology’s role in their lives.
How’s Waldo
Topic - Information Overload
Members
Ryan Yahata
Isabella Cuares
Kate Allinson
Kevin Nguyen
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Topic - Miscommunication
Members
Hannah Watson
Kai Thompson
Morgan Tiziker
Tube of Time
Topic - Online Addiction
Members
Mecham Lopez
Clara Wawrzyn
Christopher Franklin
I Spy
Topic - Privacy
Members
Rafael Bernstein
Eli Galdieri
Isaac Kreisman
Nathan Lee
Google Sites
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