In this project, I took on the role of co-designer and filmmaker, using video as a tool to analyze and document our 2.5-week field trip to Tanzania. Our goal was to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges in the Tanzanian education system and explore how design and local craftsmanship could contribute to a more effective and engaging learning experience.
Through firsthand observations in primary schools, we saw how traditional teaching methods, such as corporal punishment and rote memorization, limit children’s cognitive development. These experiences shaped our approach, pushing us to look beyond just providing materials and instead focus on transforming teaching practices.
From our insights, we co-designed a system where local teachers, education experts, and manufacturers collaborate to produce sustainable, reusable student materials. The first prototype was developed and locally manufactured as an example of how interactive learning tools could be produced within the community. This project highlighted the power of design, film, and co-creation in tackling real-world challenges. By using video as an analytical and communicative tool, we were able to capture and translate the complexity of the education system into tangible design interventions.