The 'Design Deck' by Ben Barrett-Forrest provides a compact and "practical guide to graphic design," in the form of 52 playing cards. Some of the things that the cards offer include bite-sized topics in graphic design, including guides to typography, basic principles, notable design figures, quotes and some of the history of design.
Ben Barrett-Forrest Kickstarter campaign for the Design Deck has now ended, but it's gone above and beyond its initial crowdfunding goals, since it has appeal for both design students and professionals as a great quick reference guide, a study tool, without making it feel like you're hitting the books. In addition to being informative, the cards also work just as well as regular playing cards and would be great to tuck into a desk or backpack when you need a quick refresh, or a quick game of cards.
Design-Teaching Playing Cards
Ben Barrett-Forrest's Design Deck Gives Mini Graphic Design Lessons
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Learning - Creating interactive learning tools like the Design Deck can provide a more engaging and practical way for individuals to learn complex subjects such as graphic design.
2. Convergence of Industries - The fusion of gaming and education seen in the Design Deck highlights the potential for industries such as gaming and design to collaborate and create innovative products.
3. Microlearning - The bite-sized topics offered by the Design Deck demonstrate the growing trend towards microlearning, where individuals can easily digest information in short bursts.
Industry Implications
1. Education - The educational industry can explore the opportunity to develop more interactive and practical learning tools like the Design Deck to enhance the learning experience for students of various subjects.
2. Gaming - The gaming industry can leverage the success of the Design Deck to create educational gaming products that offer both entertainment and knowledge acquisition.
3. Design - The Design industry can embrace the concept of microlearning and develop resources like the Design Deck to provide a quick and accessible way for designers to enhance their skills and knowledge.