Splash Biography
CAMERON YICK, Student of movement and making stuff
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Major: Electrical Engineering / Compsci College/Employer: Yale Year of Graduation: 2017 |
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Brief Biographical Sketch:
A decade of involvement in competitive swimming drives my interest in the science of understanding the nature of motivation and decision-making. I'm currently involved with projects to increase awareness and practice of mindful and playful habits to improve the cognitive performance and well-being of youth communities, especially students. Past Classes(Clicking a class title will bring you to the course's section of the corresponding course catalog)A1748: Intro to Web Design in Splash Fall 15 (Nov. 14, 2015)
Get a top-level survey of the principles, tools, and technologies that make up the internet! No programming or design experience necessary. Come with an open mind, and you'll leave with a newfound appreciation for the techniques and tools that make the brings the modern web landscape to life.
E1696: Intro to Web Design in Sprout Fall 15 (Oct. 03 - 17, 2015)
Get a top-level survey of the principles, tools, and technologies that make up the internet! No programming or design experience necessary. Come with an open mind, and you'll leave with a newfound appreciation for the techniques and tools that make the brings the modern web landscape to life.
X1547: The Well Played Game in Splash Spring 15 (Apr. 04, 2015)
What did "gaming" entail before the era of video games? And why are educators and doctors starting to take play seriously? Come explore the principles of game design from before the era of computers, and learn why play is of paramount importance for the physical and mental wellness of people of all ages. Based on the work of game designer Bernie DeKoven and play leader Dr. Kwame Brown. The class will include a presentation and discussion, with demos if time permits!
E1454: The Well Played Game in Sprout Spring 15 (Feb. 14 - 28, 2015)
What did "gaming" entail before the era of video games? And why are educators and doctors starting to take play seriously? Come explore the principles of game design from before the era of computers, and learn why play is of paramount importance for the physical and mental wellness of people of all ages. Based on the work of game designer Bernie DeKoven and play leader Dr. Kwame Brown. The class will include a presentation and discussion, with demos if time permits!
X1307: The Well Played Game in Splash Fall 14 (Nov. 08, 2014)
What did "gaming" entail before the era of video games? And why are educators and doctors starting to take play seriously? Come explore the principles of game design from before the era of computers, and learn why play is of paramount importance for the physical and mental wellness of people of all ages. Based on the work of game designer Bernie DeKoven and play leader Dr. Kwame Brown. The class will include a presentation and discussion, with demos if time permits!
E1210: The Well Played Game in Sprout Fall 2014 (Oct. 04 - 18, 2014)
What did "gaming" entail before the era of video games? And why are educators and doctors starting to take play seriously? Come explore the principles of game design from before the era computers, and learn why play is of paramount importance for the physical and mental wellness of people of all ages. Based on the work of game designer Bernie Dekoven and play leader Dr. Kwame Brown. The class will include a presentation, brainstorming session, and the opportunity to design/test a game with the group!
X1064: The Well-Played Game in Splash Spring 14 (Mar. 29, 2014)
What did "gaming" entail before the era of video games? And why are educators and doctors starting to take play seriously? Come explore the principles of game design from before the era computers, and learn why play is of paramount importance for the physical and mental wellness of people of all ages. Based on the work of game designer Bernie Dekoven and play leader Dr. Kwame Brown.
The class will include a presentation, brainstorming session, and the opportunity to design/test a game with the group!
S900: Introduction to Cognitive Science in Sprout Spring 14 (Feb. 15 - Mar. 01, 2014)
Your high school offers chemistry, physics, and biology... where does cognitive science fit into the picture? (answer: EVERYWHERE!) Come learn about this emerging interdisciplinary approach to understanding the human mind! May cover some sports science (motor learning / neural adaptation to strength training) if time permits.
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