BLOOM TAXONOMY APPLIED TO THE TEACHING OF URBANISM AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Abstract

This article reflects on practical experiences with the adoption of Bloom's Taxonomy in teaching Urban Design II and Landscaping Design, developed in the Architecture and Urban Design course at a private University Center. Bloom's Taxonomy, as an educational strategy, is already well established in several areas of knowledge, and helps plan classes and define learning goals. Knowing that the design process, and its teaching, have complexities and challenges faced by educators and students constantly, the aim was to apply the instrument in two design studios. As a result, the application of Bloom's Taxonomy proved to be effective, mainly in enabling teachers to substantiate the demands and objectives of tasks and activities, facilitating understanding of the design process, and contributing to academic autonomy and performance.