A Pattern Language Approach to Learning in Planning

Dados Bibliográficos

ID22018497
AutoresRemon Rooij (0000-0002-2784-1892, Delft University of Technology), Machiel van Dorst (0000-0001-5555-9803, Delft University of Technology)
Ano2020
Volume5
Fascículo1
Páginas58-64
Data de publicação2020-03-06
Peer ReviewedSim
Open AccessSim
TipoARTICLE
PeriódicoUrban Planning (JOURNAL)
Identificadores do periódicoISSN: 2183-7635 • E-ISSN: 2183-7635
EditoraCogitatio (PUBLISHER • PT)
DOI10.17645/up.v5i1.2961
OpenAlexW3009662646
IdiomaEN
Citações recebidas3
Referências citadas5

The aim of this commentary is to present the position that a pattern language approach facilitates, even catalyzes (comparative) learning in planning for young professionals. This position builds on literature and is supported by the research work of six MSc Urbanism graduation projects, in which the students adopted a pattern language approach. Additionally, these alumni have been asked in retrospect to evaluate their pattern language experiences for their learning. The students say their pattern languages give focus, enrich the knowledge field, are flexible, and they do not prescribe what to do, or how to make a plan. Students see and appreciate the value of the simple, yet thoughtful structure of a pattern with both visual and verbal information. Additionally, they observe that this method enables the connection between disciplines, between theory and practice, and between stakeholders, and that, potentially, it is a helpful tool for all kinds of stakeholders. They refer to the method as a tool for communication, a tool for design and analysis, and a tool for learning

Knowledge management · Language acquisition · Mathematics education · Pattern language (formal languages) · Complex Systems and Decision Making · Computer Science · Design Education and Practice · Engineering · Psychology · Software Engineering and Design Patterns · Artificial Intelligence