Create, Experiment, Build, Question and Learn.
I am a specialist Product and Graphic Design Teacher, specialising in the Iterative process of designing, prototyping and evaluating. With a particular focus on entrepreneurship and making, rooted in real-world contexts and challenges.
My mission is to plan and deliver creative, fun and engaging lessons for KS3, 4 and 5, ages 11-18.
Create, Experiment, Build, Question and Learn.
I am a specialist Product and Graphic Design Teacher, specialising in the Iterative process of designing, prototyping and evaluating. With a particular focus on entrepreneurship and making, rooted in real-world contexts and challenges.
My mission is to plan and deliver creative, fun and engaging lessons for KS3, 4 and 5, ages 11-18.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.8 The first step in solving a problem is to define it.
2.1.9 Defining clear design specifications leads to clear parameters for the development of a solution.
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The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.6 Designers engage in user observation, mapping the user’s journey as they carry out a task. They use a storyboard to identify the steps in the design process and design opportunities.
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✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
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The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.1 The design process represents a design thinking model and is comprised of five sections.
2.1.2 Research is an ongoing activity throughout the design process, critical to identifying design opportunities, understanding user needs and generating feasible real-world solutions to problems.
2.1.3 Primary research involves the collection of first-hand data relevant to the design context.
2.1.4 Secondary research involves the collection of data provided by a third party and is used to support or validate primary research.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.7 Product analysis is a tool used by designers to gain insight into the function, performance and features of an existing product.
3.1.1 Product analysis and evaluation is a process that involves examining a product performance to determine its strengths and weaknesses, and identify opportunities for improvement.
3.1.2 As part of the product analysis process, a product should be tested and information gathered from a range of stakeholders.
3.1.3 A SWOT analysis is a standard product analysis tool that is used to identify a product’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
↠Projects work in PowerPoint or Google Slides. This file may be zipped. Once downloaded, right-click the file and select ‘extract all’ to open. ↞
✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.11 Iterative analyses and evaluation of design ideas lead to improved design ideas.
2.1.12 When developing a solution, designers use an iterative model, test, refine cycle until all major design specifications and user requirements are satisfied.
2.1.13 Models, prototypes and mock-ups of solutions are created to test their effectiveness and to gather feedback for further refinement and development.
↠Projects work in PowerPoint or Google Slides. This file may be zipped. Once downloaded, right-click the file and select ‘extract all’ to open. ↞
✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.14 The physical details of a new product need to be communicated for it to be manufactured.
2.1.15 When presenting a solution, it is important to communicate clearly the need for the solution, and the key features that demonstrate how it solves a given problem.
↠Projects work in PowerPoint or Google Slides. This file may be zipped. Once downloaded, right-click the file and select ‘extract all’ to open. ↞
✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
2.1.10 The ideation and modelling stage involves developing distinct ways to solve a particular problem that demonstrate different approaches to develop a solution.
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✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
3.1.1 Product analysis and evaluation is a process that involves examining a product performance to determine its strengths and weaknesses, and identify opportunities for improvement.
3.1.2 As part of the product analysis process, a product should be tested and information gathered from a range of stakeholders.
3.1.3 A SWOT analysis is a standard product analysis tool that is used to identify a product’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
↠Projects work in PowerPoint or Google Slides. This file may be zipped. Once downloaded, right-click the file and select ‘extract all’ to open. ↞
✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
1.1.3 Products can become obsolete due to a number of factors and this can be planned.
↠Projects work in PowerPoint or Google Slides. This file may be zipped. Once downloaded, right-click the file and select ‘extract all’ to open. ↞
✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
3.1.1 Materials are classified based on their physical, chemical and mechanical properties.
3.1.2 Materials are classified according to their source or origin.
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✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
3.1.8 Smart materials are materials that have one or more properties that can be significantly changed in response to changes in their environment.
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✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
♥ After using this product, please leave a rating and comment.
♦ If there are any issues with the product, please contact me (via the Ask a Question tab) before leaving feedback, and I will happily support you with any problems.
The Lesson includes objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and current real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons consist of tasks that apply directly to their internal assessment (IA) so that they can practically apply the key theory they have learned. This best prepares students for both internal and external IB assessments for the new IB DP Design Technology (first assessment 2027) specification.
This lesson covers the following topic(s):
3.1.7 Composites consist of two or more materials combined to enhance their properties.
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✎Please note that I am a UK seller and the product uses standard English unless otherwise stated. This should not affect the use of this product in other countries.
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A simple introduction to Google Sketchup. Pupils go through the basic features of the software with a differentiated hand-out to create a model toothbrush. This lesson observation was graded as ‘outstanding’.
The lesson consists of a starter activity, step-by-step instructions for each tool, clear assesment criteria and a review.
Also included is a homework task and teacher example.
Pupils’ love being creative with this hands-on project. Students are tasked with creating a mini prototype piece of flat-pack furniture for a furniture manufacturer. I have used Cardboard and envelopes (to personify flat-pack packaging) with a craft knife and tape or glue gun but this project but it could be adapted for other materials such as HIPS or wood. Also Included are differentiated resources and student/teacher examples.
In this first lesson, students are introduced to the benefits of flat pack furniture in logistics and manufacturing through class discussions and group tasks. They they create their own piece of furniture that can be disassembled and placed flat inside an envelope. There is also an extension task where they can draw ‘wordless’ instructions for another student to try to assemble there design.
Introduction to SOW
Class discussion/group tasks on flat pack furniture
Modelling
Optional extension
Activities should be spread over 2/3 lessons
If you enjoyed this lesson, please see the other lessons in this or other Product Design series/SOW (where the full iterative design process is covered). In this unit, pupils will gain an understanding into what is product design and the creative process of a designer, from initial ideas, final isometric sketching, writing a specification and clay model making (prototyping).
One of a series of Graphics Personification lessons, where students are introduced to graphic design, typography and advertising.
In this first lesson, students are introduced to graphic design, personification and anthropomorphism through various questioning activities and a Pixar video. Finally they are shown how both are used effectively in advertising (M & M’s and Kellogg’s) before creating their own Pixar research page, demonstrating an understanding of the key words learnt; in a visual way. Also included is an instructional video to aid with delivery of content.
If you enjoyed this lesson, please see the other lessons in my personification graphics scheme. This scheme was designed for KS3 but could also be used with KS4 students.
