Online Class Options

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Dear Dora,

Thank you so much for the class today. A—- is so excited about the new subject matter that she learned today. She was telling me about the bubble charts and drawings today when we were in the car. She is going to go through the slides again.

See you tomorrow!

I started to work online with students when, in 2015, someone from my daughter’s high school wanted to learn about co-housing but at the time I was out of the country. I had been teaching at her high school previously, working with a history teacher going through the periods from Mesopotamia through Egypt and to Rome, discussing how the social and political aspects of life affect how buildings are designed and what buildings are important to people in each time-frame.

The online class on co-housing worked out well for both of us and the demand increased over time. Now I offer online classes on a regular basis.

For Individual Classes

The sessions are made up of four one-hour one-to-one classes with activities to do between the meetings.

At the end of the class, the student has a set of drawings, sketches, scale drawings, a model and a greater understanding of the built environment. If the student is interested in moving forward in their exploration of architecture, we can do a succession of classes based on the student’s interest.

For Homeschool Students

An option for homeschool students is to have more than one student in a class participating online. With a parent present and the students in one location, the students can have an additional productive hour learning and working together with a parent available assisting the students with their drawings and models after the formal class hour is over.

We can accommodate up to six students in a class. The students can be on their own computers or in a class setting.

For Libraries

We also work with librarians offering either one session or several sessions for their community.

The classes are held via Zoom

Thanks to the online conferencing tool Zoom as a way to effectively communicate, we have students in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, the UK,  Mexico, Barbados, Australia, the Philippines, Timor, Malaysia, Thailand, Pakistan and Oman with a plan to expand into additional countries throughout the year.

Age requirements:

The age range is 8 to 16 years, grades 3 through 12.

For the group classes, we welcome family members to join in the fun.

For any other questions, please send an email to me at

dora.taylor@arc101forkids.com.

-Dora Taylor

51 thoughts on “Online Class Options”

    • I am so glad to hear you want to be an architect!

      I love what I do and am very happy I chose the profession.

      If you want to take a class and learn more about it, please let your parent or guardian know and I can talk to them about it.

      Dora Taylor

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    • I am in 6th grade and I want to be an architect specifically for Modern, Colonial, Contemporary, Victorian, Mid-century modern, Dutch Colonial, Pueblo Revival, American foursquare, and International architecture. I would also love to be my own boss if that is possible (:

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  2. Hi, I am from Malaysia and my 10 yrs old daughter would like to explore into architecture. However, due to the huge time zone difference, 12hours between NYC and Malaysia, I am wondering if u would conduct classes on Sat 9am or 10am Malaysia time? If yes, I would love to discuss further with you on this matter. Thank you.

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  3. Hi Dora. My son is in 8th grade and is very talented when it comes to design in a game called Roblox. I wonder if this can be leveraged to a creer in architecture. how can I learn more?

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  5. Hello. Where do we sign up for the course? My son is very interested in architecture snd already knows he wants to do that when he grows up. He’s 13 now and in 7th grade.
    Heather

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  6. Hi,

    My son and nephew are very interested in architecture. This program looks amazing. What would best fit for them.?

    Thank you
    Erin Galea
    415-855-5061

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  7. Hi Dora,
    My name is Leen and I am from Saudi Arabia. Me and my little brother are interested in Architecture. I am in 9th grade and My little brother is in 5th grade.
    Many thanks,
    Leen Alsaaid

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  10. Hi Dora, This sounds so exciting! My ten year old son is fond of designing houses in minecraft :) and I feel something like this could be tremendously exciting in such learning and exploring and expanding his mental horizons! Please do email me since I would love to sign him up.
    Ayesha

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  11. Hi there,
    My daughter is 13 and loves designing and wants to be an architect. Can you please provide me with more info about your classes online?

    Thanks!

    Natalia

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    • Natalia,

      The classes are taught in the same style as in an architecture school studio and the same way a design project is approached in a firm.
       
      In the first session we focus on the topic selected through images and discussion. During this time, the student will begin developing their own design of a building or a space. In the second class, if the student is ready to learn how to draw to scale, we take them through the process of drawing the room they are in to scale in plan and elevation. This helps them understand how to read architectural drawings.
       
      Depending upon the design and its complexity, I might have them begin creating a model in the second half of the third session, otherwise we continue with drawings and discuss additional information that comes up in the classes. By this time, the student has asked specific questions or is interested in a subject that branches off of the topic, so between classes, I will compile the information using images or a list of websites to visit and review together. Going over the new information happens during the third  and fourth class along with other activities that are planned including drawing and model-making.
       
      At the end of the project, the student has their design drawings, a floor plan and elevation to scale and a model or a complete set of drawings of their project.
       
      The workshops consist of four one-hour classes with activities to do between classes. The amount of time given to assignments is based on the amount of the student’s schoolwork and the family’s schedule.
       
      Usually the classes are weekly but I know with family schedules that isn’t always doable so we can be flexible in terms of dates.
       
      The process is that you and I set a time and the days of the classes while your student selects a topic from the class description list.
       
      After the dates and subject are decided upon, I will send you an invitation through TransferWise for the fee.
       
      In the meantime, I set up a Basecamp site where you will have access to all class material and be updated on what is discussed during the classes. An email will be sent to you immediately with all updates from Basecamp.
       
      I will contact you directly to answer any other questions you may have.

      Dora

       

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    • Carmen,

      There is no need for additional training in drawing to take a class. Students do sketches and learn the visual language architects use to show their ideas. It is easy for students to learn and use.

      I will contact you directly and we can discuss further.

      Dora

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  13. Hello,
    I am 13 years old and i want to be an architect.
    Will these courses fit inn with normal school schedule?
    I wonder if this is a course for me

    Mara

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  16. I am in 6th grade and I want to be an architect specifically for Modern, Colonial, Contemporary, Victorian, Mid-century modern, Dutch Colonial, Pueblo Revival, American foursquare, and International architecture. I would also love to be my own boss if that is possible (:

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  17. Hi,

    We are from Sydney, Australia. My son is studying Year 9 (14 years old) in high school. He loves architecture and in general wants to learn more about it. He is already having some design classes. Just wondering, you can take the sessions to him.

    Thanks

    Naga

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  18. Hi Dora,

    My son was given a score of 20/20 on Spatial Orientation in his IQ test. He is also quote good at Minecraft and given these 2 aspects, he is wondering is this can be leveraged to a career in Architecture. Please advise.

    He is soon to turn 14.

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    • The best way for a student to find out if architecture is a path for them is to be introduced to the subject and go through a version of the design process while working on a project they design.

      During that time they begin to understand what architects do and how we approach an architectural project.

      I will contact you directly to answer anymore of your questions.

      Dora

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  19. Hello. Is this class available in the US? Is it still being taught online? Also, I currently have a 9yo on the autism spectrum, though high functioning, which loves creating buildings, structures and designs. Please advise if you have worked with individuals like him.

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    • The class is taught online and yes, we work with students in the US and all other countries.

      I have taught students along the spectrum and what matters is their creativity and the joy they receive from learning how to express that creativity by developing a project.

      I will contact you directly so we can communicate privately.

      Dora

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  20. Hi Dora, my son is interested to attend this program. Please contact me via email so that I can register him to an available slot you have.

    Thank you!
    Best regards,
    Estella

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  21. Hi Dora,
    My 10 year old daughter is interested in learning more about architecture. Do you have certain start dates for this class? And is there any prerequisite to take your class?

    Thank you!
    Bryan

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    • Hi Bryan,

      The class times are based on the family’s schedule and my availability.

      There are no requirements for being a part of a class. The classes are an introduction to architecture and I work with students in terms of where they are in their abilities and interests.

      I will contact you directly to answer any other of your questions you may have.

      Dora

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  22. Hello! My name is Angel and i’m 11 in the 7th grade. I grew quite interested in architecture. Specifically designs like Dark Acadamia, Dark Rustic Modern, Rustic Mountain, and CottageCore Themed Houses.

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  23. Hi Ms. Taylor,
    I am currently in grade 7 and interested in architecture; specifically sustainable and environment-friendly architecture. Seeing as how I might like to pursue this as a career later on, I would love to take this course to educate myself on the profession!
    I am presently in the Pacific Time Zone. Would there be any issue with that concerning time difference?

    Thanks!

    Marisol Alessio

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  24. Hi, I was hoping to get your availability for March or the soonest available slot for an online class. This is for a 10-year-old. Thank you.

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  25. Hello,

    My daughter is 11 and has been interested in architect for several years. How can she join your class? How much is your class?

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    • I am always happy to hear about a student who is interested in architecture.

      The fee for the five one-hour classes is $155 or the equivalent in all other currencies.

      If your daughter has a friend or friends who want to join her, the fee for two students is $135, for three students is $125 and for four students or more it is $115, or the equivalent in all other currencies.

      I offer a one-hour no-fee class for students to ensure it’s the right fit for them. If the student wants to continue, the first class will go towards the five classes when they enroll.

      Dora

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