Design Education is an online free community for sharing knowledge and ideas on how to improve the design learning experience.
The community interacts through an online group on Slack. To join, you need to fill out a Google Form. It asks for information related to your possible contribution to the community and your interest in it. All forms are reviewed at the beginning of each month and just the ones accepted will receive a reply.
The Slack group has interactive channels to support members. You can even find SOS channels for immediate support. There are also spaces to provide feedback. On the other hand, members of Design Education meet through a series of virtual events called "Listening Lounge".
Design Education selects a monthly theme to direct the discussion each month. This helps build a more solid conversation among members. For instance, one month can be focused on business while another one is on learning experience design.
The community also recommends 15 alternative options to learn about design. Some of these are forums while others are communities on Notion or with diverse online groups.
Find support:
Members of Design Education have access to SOS channels in Slack. These offer an immediate answer to members' questions and doubts. It's a good way to find guidance and learn from others.
Participate in events:
The community offers virtual events called "Listening Lounge". Each event has a different monthly topic and is directed by a different guest or industry expert.
Find other resources:
The community shares useful information through the Slack group. Besides, it recommends alternative sources and websites for members to learn more about design.
To join, you need to fill out a Google Form. Then, the community will review your application and let you know if you are accepted.
Virtual
Members of Design Education join in virtual events. Each event addresses a new and different topic each month. They are commonly directed by different guests. All the information about recent and upcoming events is available on the Slack group.
Members frequently interact through the Slack group. It's private and only for accepted members. There are channels focused on SOS support. They give an immediate answer to your problem or question. Also, there are other spaces for feedback. Overall, it's a great place to meet like-minded designers worldwide and learn more about design in general.
The community shares its own content through the Slack group. Additionally, it offers 15 alternative communities to learn design.