An analysis of supervised practical work as a didactic methodology in the subject of graphic expression in engineering

Abstract

The following text outlines 9 years of teaching experience in the use of a learning methodology based upon supervised practical work. This practical work formed part of a degree in Product Design and Engineering at the University of Zaragoza, concretely within the subject of Graphic Expression. The teaching methodologies used and the results obtained are described below, as well as the roles played by different participants within the process and the methodological strengths and weaknesses which were identified. The text concludes with proposals for an ongoing debate on how to improve the process.