Zines are a powerful tool for communication and learning, particularly for students. They combine images and text to tell stories and share knowledge in a unique and accessible way. Zines can take various forms and can be as simple or complex as students choose. They allow students to become experts and teachers, boosting confidence and enthusiasm. Creating zines with students is easy and fun, and there are resources available to guide the process. Zines can be shared and distributed, providing a platform for students to communicate their ideas to the world.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zines as a tool for storytelling and learning | Shift from devaluing visual and written word to embracing it | Zines integrated into education, more recognition and appreciation for visual storytelling | Recognizing the power of combining visual and written word in education |
| Zines as a method of self-expression and communication | Increased use of zines as a medium for sharing stories and ideas | Zines become more widespread and accessible for personal expression and communication | Desire for a more casual and accessible form of self-expression |
| Informality and ease of reproduction as key factors for teaching zines | Focus on informal and easily reproduced methods of communication | More emphasis on informal and accessible methods of communication | Desire for low-cost and easy-to-reproduce methods of communication |
| Students taking on the role of learner, maker, and expert | Shift from traditional teacher-student dynamic to student empowerment | Students become more confident and enthusiastic about their learning and projects | Desire to empower students and build confidence in their abilities |
| Zines as a tool for sharing knowledge and building confidence | Recognition of zines as a powerful method of sharing stories and ideas | Zines seen as a valuable tool for sharing knowledge and building confidence | Desire to provide students with a platform to share their knowledge and build confidence |
| Zines as a medium for combining images and text | Embrace of the combination of visual and written word | More integration of images and text in various forms of communication | Recognition of the power and effectiveness of combining images and text |
| Zines as a low-cost and easy-to-reproduce format | Emphasis on affordability and accessibility in communication | More emphasis on low-cost and easily reproducible communication formats | Desire for cost-effective and accessible modes of communication |
| Zines as a platform for students to serve as experts and teachers | Shift from passive learning to active participation and teaching | Students become more engaged in their learning and develop teaching skills | Desire to empower students and promote active learning |
| Zines as a method of self-publishing and distribution | Shift from traditional publishing methods to self-publishing | More self-publishing and distribution of zines | Desire for creative autonomy and wider dissemination of ideas |
| Zines as a tool for creativity and self-discovery | Emphasis on creativity and self-expression in education | More focus on creativity and self-discovery in education | Desire to foster creativity and self-expression in students |