Kern Type offers immediate feedback in the form of low-stakes right or wrong answers. This gamified strategy encourages students to try again to improve their score, while inadvertently improving their observational skills. As this is all done independently, there is no competition or pressure to perform although an element of competition could be introduced if the instructor deems it beneficial.
kerning
The Tool
what the teacher does
Shows examples of pairs of letterforms that typically need special kerning considerations.
what the student does
Plays Kern Type, game in which the user is given an example of type that needs to be kerned. The game that emulates the way kerning functions in design software with the benefit of showing the user the right answers so they can assess their understanding immediately.
why?
This strategy requires students to train their eyes to see like a designer. It asks them to hone their observation skills and think critically about what they see, an essential skill required for graphic designers.
letter spacing game
Supporting UDL
accessibility features
Reference
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CAST (2024). CAST Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 3.0. Retrieved from https://udlguidelines.cast.org
This highly simplified game allows users to practice design thinking without the obstacle of having to know how to use the software which can often be a barrier to entry for a novice learner.