The challenge for this project was to teach something in two ways: one, the standard lecture/slideshow, and two, enable others to experience the topic in some way beyond reading or reflecting.

I did basic research to better understand dyslexia, especially the symptoms. I used this information in my lecture and slideshow (pdf) with my class. The slideshow contains a basic definition of dyslexia, possible causes, symptoms, who has dyslexia, etc.

The main part of this project was the flash animation that I created. This flash presentation, available below, was intended to help people experience something akin to dyslexia.

If you're curious about this course, our final paper discussed how understanding perception directly relates to design.

Please note that Flash Player 9 is required to view this animation.

Launch the animation. (Opens in a new window)