Introdução Módulo 2

Summary

The course instructor provides an update on the second module of the ethics and legislation course. Following the first evaluation, the focus shifts to N2, which is weighted heavily in the final grade. Students are expected to build a portfolio of summaries, including lecture notes, materials, and external content. The instructor suggests changes to the lesson schedule, including splitting a large topic into multiple sessions for better understanding. Pivotal changes also include the incorporation of live lectures and a final in-person assessment, all aimed at enhancing learning and engagement.

Takeaways

• 😀 The course is starting Module 2, focusing on Ethics and Legislation, with assessments now related to N2, which has a weight of 6 in the final grade.
• 📚 Students are expected to create ongoing summaries or 'daily logs' of lectures, conversations with architects, presentations, and online materials.
• ✏️ The summaries should include both the instructor's commentary and the students' own review of the provided materials.
• 🗂️ The instructor revised the class schedule because some lessons were too long and dense to cover in a single session.
• 🖥️ The Atlas of Architecture and Urbanism content will now be split into three separate classes to ensure thorough coverage:
• 1️⃣ IGEL: a georeferencing tool from KBR.
• 2️⃣ Research conducted by CA in partnership with Instituto Datafolha and previous architect censuses in Brazil.
• 3️⃣ Atlas of Architecture and Urbanism from São Paulo (2003), the most recent available.
• 🏫 A session with IAB Sorocaba will be held in person on May 8th, encouraging students to engage with the institute and learn more about architectural practice.
• 🗓️ Fichamentos (summaries) are due by May 22, and the final in-person submission is scheduled for May 29, either printed or handwritten.
• 📝 Students may have a substitute assessment or a review session if additional grades are needed after the final submission.
• 💻 The updated class schedule and materials will be posted on Moodle, and the next class will cover the IGEL tool.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the second module in this ethics and legislation course?

The main focus of the second module is to continue from the first module (N1), with all future lessons and assessments related to the second evaluation (N2), which carries a weight of six in the final grade.

What is expected from students during the second module of the course?

Students are expected to build a collection of class summaries, essentially a 'journal' documenting presentations, discussions, and any relevant material, such as PDFs. They should also study and summarize these materials for submission at the end of the semester.

How will the course's content and schedule be adjusted?

The course schedule has been adjusted to accommodate extensive content. For example, the topic of the architecture and urbanism atlas was originally planned for a single class, but due to its complexity, it has been divided into three separate classes.

What specific topics will the new set of classes focus on?

The three new classes will focus on: (1) Igel, a georeferencing tool from KBR; (2) research conducted by CA in partnership with the Datafolha Institute on surveys of architects; and (3) the architecture and urbanism atlas, which is based on research conducted by CA São Paulo in 2003.

Why was the schedule for lectures adjusted?

The schedule for lectures was adjusted because some lectures were too extensive to fit into a single class. Additionally, the instructor received requests from IAB for a specific lecture to be held in-person, which also impacted the overall schedule.

What changes were made to the lectures, and how were these changes received?

The instructor reduced the number of lectures and extended the schedule to accommodate in-person lectures, with the IAB of Sorocaba requesting a session on May 8. This was seen as a positive change, as it gave students the chance to engage directly with IAB and learn about its activities.

What is the requirement for the final evaluation of the course?

The final evaluation requires students to bring printed summaries or fichamentos (summaries) of the material they have studied. These must be submitted in person on May 29, in accordance with UNISO regulations.

What happens after the final evaluation?

After the final evaluation on May 29, students who need to make up any grades will have the option of either taking a substitute evaluation or attending a feedback session to finalize their grades and conclude the course.

What is the role of the Moodle platform in this course?

The Moodle platform will be used to update students with the latest version of the course schedule and materials. The instructor will upload the revised schedule for the class, reflecting the adjustments and additions discussed.

What is the significance of the Igel tool mentioned in the transcript?

The Igel tool is a georeferencing tool used by KBR, which will be explored in one of the upcoming classes. It is significant because it plays a crucial role in gathering data related to architecture and urbanism, offering insights into geospatial analysis within the field.