Tiny Narratives–Universal Impacts | MODE 25

Presented at MODE 25 at Anglo-American University in Prague, this session explored the power of small-scale narratives to create universal impacts on environmental issues and motion design pedagogy.
The focus was on translating student experiences, discussions and understanding of the energy, water and natural resources thoughtful use into motion design work formatted to be presented on the Media Facade of the burj Khalifa, largest media screen in the world.

This motion pedagogy collaborative project was developed and implemented with Associate Professor Pouya Jahanshahi from Oklahoma State University. The presentation demonstrated research-driven workflows that enhance teaching and learning. Emphasis was placed on reusable pipelines for motion design creation,  narrative assembly, and dissemination, supporting curriculum development and student media mapping projects.

By engaging peer and community reviewers, the session highlighted the broader relevance of our academic work. MODE conference proceedings will publish our collaboration making it accessible to broader academic community. This scholarship provided students with real world professional experience designing and developing motion design work within the requirements of the actual burj Khalifa open call and template for motion desig work production..

Weaving Bridges: Cross-cultural Collaboration in Motion Design

This presentation, delivered at AIGA DEC Weave 2025 at Illinois State University, focused on methods for fostering cross-cultural collaboration in motion design education. It highlighted practical strategies to integrate diverse perspectives into student projects and collaborative workflows.

AIGA DEC Weave 2025
Illinois State University, Normal, IL | June 12–13, 2025

https://educators.aiga.org/2025-aiga-design-educators-conference/

Research-driven workflows were emphasized, showing how media production can be transformed into outputs that are pedagogically relevant. These methods support curriculum development, student capstones, and hands-on learning experiences across cultural contexts.

The session also discussed the broader impact on scholarship and service, noting how peer and community review validates approaches and strengthens international partnerships. By connecting academic, professional, and public audiences, this work contributes to sustainable design education practices.