Empowering at-risk youth through technology
What is Tech with Tess?
Tech with Tess is a platform that gives at-risk children access to free resources and programs that can promote their design aspirations. We will soon offer free classes for low-income children aged 3 to 18 on the east end of Long Island.
Why learn design?
Digital learning and the technology that supports it can help create opportunities for social and emotional engagement as well as give children the opportunity to:
- Create digital content
- Review, assess, and critique webpages
- Include video and other multimedia in your projects
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Theory of Information Design
A field of study called human-computer interaction (HCI) focuses on how computers are made and how people interact with them. User-centered design (UCD), user interface (UI) design, and user experience (UX) design are overlapping subfields of the large topic of human-computer interaction (Design Foundation). Since the earliest computers made weren’t intended for the general public, it’s a
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What is Information Design?
Information design is a branch of graphic design. It’s an approach to designing information that’s visually appealing while also making sense to the user. Information design helps to make sharing complex ideas easier. How do you share information in the clearest way possible? It must be both aesthetically pleasing and practical. To create designs that are
Learn to design
Tech with Tess welcomes youth of all ages and experience levels. Whether you’ve never designed before, or you can already do tricks, there’s a place for you and something to learn.
Make new friends
Tech with Tess is a social spot! Come hang out and meet some new friends to cheer you on while you design. We have a strict no-bullying policy and maintain a supportive environment.
Designing with technology can teach children discipline, patience, and resiliency. It’s a great outlet for kids with a lot of creativity! We’ll help build up some structure and support in your life, all while you meet new people and have a ton of fun learning how to design.
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