The course will provide an overview of various hands-on pedagogical systems, such as Montessori, Froebel, Summerhil, Steiner (Waldorf), Patti Smith Hill, Reggio Emilia and Bank Street, analyzing their approach towards educational materials/classroom, urban space and the natural environment. During the semester, students will undertake theoretically-grounded design propositions, preferably in collaboration with or in accordance to the objectives of an education-related establishment in New York City (school, publishing house, non-profit organization, etc.).