Publications, Articles & Research
Chelsea's academic writing focuses primarily on practical design prototyping and experiential learning models in undergraduate design classrooms.
Research and Articles
Visual Modelling as an Inclusive Learning Support for Advanced Information Synthesis | (2026)
Major Research Project | OCAD University
Improving the synthesis of advanced conceptual knowledge using experiential learning through the creation of visual glossaries to support semiosis.
Major Research Project | OCAD University
Improving the synthesis of advanced conceptual knowledge using experiential learning through the creation of visual glossaries to support semiosis.
A Villain's Journey | (Bell Eady & Motherwell McFarlane, 2025)
Journal Article | CELTS - Abstract accepted for publication
Employing comic book design as a catalyst, design students explore cognitive biases and social justice issues through creative thinking techniques. The 'villain's journey' engages students in critically examining how narratives can amplify and perpetuate biases, encouraging them to rethink conventional storytelling and recognize propaganda and vilification.
Journal Article | CELTS - Abstract accepted for publication
Employing comic book design as a catalyst, design students explore cognitive biases and social justice issues through creative thinking techniques. The 'villain's journey' engages students in critically examining how narratives can amplify and perpetuate biases, encouraging them to rethink conventional storytelling and recognize propaganda and vilification.
Cognitive Semiotics for Information Synthesis | (2022)
Research Project | OCAD University
Exploring learning mechanisms in experiential learning using semiotics as a lever.
Research Project | OCAD University
Exploring learning mechanisms in experiential learning using semiotics as a lever.
The In/Out Sole | (2021)
Research Project | OCAD University
Practical research in physical prototyping of adaptive footwear for people with mobility issues.
Research Project | OCAD University
Practical research in physical prototyping of adaptive footwear for people with mobility issues.
Bracode: Cracking the Code of Gradated Sizing | (2018)
Thesis | Emily Carr University
This interactive creative workshop uses a villain’s narrative as scaffolding for embodied learning, focusing on decolonial methodologies and examining biases.
Thesis | Emily Carr University
This interactive creative workshop uses a villain’s narrative as scaffolding for embodied learning, focusing on decolonial methodologies and examining biases.
Editorial
Textbook | Introduction to Psychology: Moving Towards Diversity and Inclusion | (Motherwell McFarlane et al, 2024)
and
Introduction to Psychology: Supplemental | (Motherwell McFarlane, 2024)
BCCampus
Graphic Design and User Experience, Inclusive Design and Accessibility Advisor responsible for: Grant writing; workshop on inclusive design for authors; inclusive design and user experience advice for authors; mentoring and supervision of CapU undergraduate graphic design students; and art direction, colour design, and final editing of student-generated images.
and
Introduction to Psychology: Supplemental | (Motherwell McFarlane, 2024)
BCCampus
Graphic Design and User Experience, Inclusive Design and Accessibility Advisor responsible for: Grant writing; workshop on inclusive design for authors; inclusive design and user experience advice for authors; mentoring and supervision of CapU undergraduate graphic design students; and art direction, colour design, and final editing of student-generated images.
Publications + Articles
Major Research Project:
Collaborative Visual Modelling as an Inclusive Learning Support for Advanced Information Synthesis
OCAD University, MDes 2024 (anticipated)
Inclusive Design and Research Assistant Supervision:
Introduction to Psychology Textbook, Accessibility, Decolonization,
and EDI Edition
and EDI Edition
(Motherwell McFarlane et al, 2024)
Peer-Reviewed Article in CELTS, Fall 2024:
The Making of a Villain: Superpowers, Stick Figures, and Storytelling
(Bell Eady & Motherwell McFarlane, 2024)
Undergraduate Thesis, Emily Carr University:
Bracode: Cracking the Code of Gradated Sizing
(Bell Eady, 2018, Emily Carr University)
Collections:
Shadow Souviniers: Digital Afterlife
(Bell Eady et al, 2018, Emily Carr University)
Woo Magazine:
The Indigestible
Woo Magazine
