Rethinking Culture in Interior Design Pedagogy: The Potential Beyond CIDA Standard 2g
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An elusive concept to capture and convey, culture—in terms of a way of life—is at the heart of interior design education. The discipline’s commitment to understanding and responding to the needs of all humans is also reflected in CIDA (Council for Interior Design Accreditation) 2014 Professional Standards that mandate the demonstration of cultural competency in interior design education. CIDA Standards represent minimum competencies for entry-level practice and, as such, they change and evolve as new knowledge, theories, and discoveries emerge across disciplines. Often exceeded by leading interior design programs, CIDA Standards serve as a bridge between the changing world environment and the direction of the profession.
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