How to teach origami to people with no dexterity or patience

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Look up 'origami rules' on-line. I've seen ten 'rules' somewhere.

Origami Terms, Symbols, and Tips
by Andy and Jeremy

Reference: Pieces 'n Creases - a children's origami site.



Top Ten Tips

  • Start big! Use a large square of paper. (8 x 8 inches is a good size).


  • Start simple! Select a model with ten or less steps.

  • Choose a work area that has a large flat, firm surface.


  • Study all symbols and understand what they mean.


  • Study the folds that will be used in your model. Look ahead at the result of each fold.


  • Make all folds neatly and precisely (accurately)!


  • Crease sharply! Use your thumbnail to go over the crease or fold. Remember these will be your guidelines.


  • Read all of the instructions carefully. Then follow each step in the exact order given. No skipping or changing the order of steps.


  • Use paper that is colored differently on each side. That way you can tell the front from the back.


  • Have fun! Remember, practice makes progress. The more you fold, the more progress you will make.




If it doesn't include following add these:
  • When making a crease don't crease sharply until it is perfect. While still only roughly folded, use fingertips to 'roll' the paper to the right position.
  • When demonstrating to a group, by all means offer them a choice of models, but go by the majority choice - don't try and demonstrate two models at once.
  • Stop after every new fold to ensure everyone is keeping up and has adequately grasped the fold.
  • With people lacking experience it can help to swap models with them every so often, so that they end up with a passable model that 'they' have made, while you are able to subtly correct any excusable lack of accuracy required for a good model.


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