Intelligence is Corporeal—Rethinking Design Through the Body

Overview

Explore how intelligence, aesthetics, and ethics are rooted in our physical existence, and the implications as AI begins to interact with our bodies in this thought-provoking examination of soma design.

Syllabus

• Introduction to Soma Design
Understanding Soma Design: Definition and Principles
The Body as an Interface: Historical Context
Overview of Course Objectives
• The Physical Nature of Intelligence
Embodied Cognition: Intelligence Beyond the Brain
The Role of Aesthetics in Human Cognition
Ethical Considerations of Embodied Intelligence
• Aesthetics and Interaction
Sensory Perception: The Body’s Role in Experience
Designing for the Senses: Tactile, Visual, and Auditory
The Intersection of Art and Technology in AI
• Ethics of Embodied AI
Privacy and Consent in Body-Interactive AI
The Impact of AI on Human Identity and Body Autonomy
Case Studies: Real-world Applications and Ethical Dilemmas
• Designing with the Body in Mind
User-centric Approaches to Soma Design
Prototyping and Iteration Techniques in Corporeal Design
Evaluating User Experience in Embodied Interactions
• Future of AI and Soma Design
Innovations at the Intersection of AI, Robotics, and Body
Forecasting Trends in Body-Responsive Technologies
The Evolving Role of Designers in Bodily Intelligence Systems
• Conclusion and Reflection
Key Takeaways from the Course
Reflecting on Personal and Societal Impact
Future Directions in Research and Practice
• Final Project
Design Proposal: Embodied Intelligence Application
Presentation and Peer Feedback
Iteration and Final Reflection

Subjects

Computer Science