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.
In this complete bundle, students cover all SL design theory content required for the IB DP Design and Technology course at SL level. This content makes up the entire SL theory course.
Lessons include objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons culminate in a task where students consolidate and apply the key theory that they have learnt so that they are prepared for any IB DP assessments.
Lessons cover the entirety of what students need to learn for all SL topics:
All A (SL) topics:
A1 People: 1.1 Ergonomics.
A2 Process: A2.1 User-centred research methods, A2.2 Prototyping techniques.
A3 Product: A3.1 Material classification and properties.
All B (SL) topics:
B1 People: B1.1 User-centred design.
B1.1.3 UCD Personae covered by - A2.1.5 UCD Design development persona scenarios (crossover in content).
B2 Process: B2.1 The design process, B2.2 Modelling and prototyping.
All B2.2 covered by A2.2 (crossover in content).
B3 Product: B3.1 Material selection (single lesson).
*Material classification and properties covered by A3.1 (crossover in content).
All C (SL) topics:
C1 People: C1.1 Responsibility of the designer, C1.2 Inclusive design.
C2 Process: C2.1 Design for sustainability, C2.2 Design for a circular economy.
C3 Product: C3.1 Product analysis and evaluation.
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In this bundle of lessons, students gain an understanding of all the C design theory content of the IB DP Design and Technology course at SL level. This content makes up one-third of the total theory for the entire SL course.
Lessons include objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons culminate in a task where students consolidate and apply the key theory that they have learnt so that they are prepared for any IB DP assessments.
Lessons cover the entirety of what students need to learn for this topic:
C1 People: C1.1 Responsibility of the designer, C1.2 Inclusive design.
C2 Process: C2.1 Design for sustainability, C2.2 Design for a circular economy.
C3 Product: C3.1 Product analysis and evaluation.
If you enjoyed this project/scheme of work. Please visit my shop, where there is a range of creative and engaging design and engineering projects.
In this bundle of lessons, students gain an understanding of all the B design theory content of the IB DP Design and Technology course at SL level. This content makes up one-third of the total theory for the entire SL course.
Lessons include objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons culminate in a task where students consolidate and apply the key theory that they have learnt so that they are prepared for any IB DP assessments.
Lessons cover the entirety of what students need to learn for this topic:
B1 People: B1.1 User-centred design.
*B1.1.3 UCD Personae covered by - A2.1.5 UCD Design development persona scenarios (crossover in content).
B2 Process: B2.1 The design process, B2.2 Modelling and prototyping.
*All B2.2 covered by A2.2 (crossover in content).
B3 Product: B3.1 Material selection (single lesson).
*Material classification and properties covered by A3.1 (crossover in content).
*Crossover content is included in the A bundle (so as not to sell the same resource twice). Lessons are also available for individual sale.
If you enjoyed this project/scheme of work. Please visit my shop, where there is a range of creative and engaging design and engineering projects.
In this bundle of lessons, students gain an understanding of all the A design theory content of the IB DP Design and Technology course at SL level. This content makes up one-third of the total theory for the entire SL course.
Lessons include objectives, keywords, engaging activities, videos and real-world examples that students can relate to. Lessons culminate in a task where students consolidate and apply the key theory that they have learnt so that they are prepared for any IB DP assessments.
Lessons cover the entirety of what students need to learn for this topic:
A1 People: 1.1 Ergonomics
A2 Process: A2.1 User-centred research methods, A2.2 Prototyping techniques
A3 Product: A3.1 Material classification and properties
If you enjoyed this project/scheme of work. Please visit my shop, where there is a range of creative and engaging design and engineering projects.
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):
3.1.4 Function, performance and usability can be established using data generated through testing and reverse engineering.
3.1.5 Weaknesses identified in a product or range of products can lead to opportunities for product improvement.
3.1.6 Constructive discontent can be used to identify areas where the product is not meeting the needs of its users and to determine how it can be improved to meet those needs.
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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):
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.
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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):
2.2.1 A circular economy is a closed-loop system where resources are continuously repurposed.
2.2.2 The aim of the circular economy is to eliminate waste and pollution throughout all stages of a product’s life cycle.
2.2.4 An objective of the circular economy is to recover and restore products, components and materials.
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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):
2.1.3 The triple bottom line (TBL) measures levels of success of a product in relation to social (people), economic (profit) and environmental (planet), which are key responsibilities of a designer.
2.1.4 Designers make decisions by considering the balance between the three Ps of the TBL.
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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: Design for sustainability involves the choices and decisions made for developing designs (products) and design methodologies.
2.1.2: The five principles of sustainable design are that a product must be cyclic (create no waste), solar (use clean energy), safe (cause no harm), efficient (use the least amount of energy and materials as possible) and social (support basic human rights) (Datchefski, 1999).
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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):
1.2.1 Inclusive design ensures products that address the needs of the widest possible audience, regardless of their age or ability, and focuses on designing universally acceptable products for all users.
1.2.2 Inclusive design is not always possible.
1.2.3 Designers often use a “design for extremes†strategy to develop solutions suitable for use by those with physical, sensory and cognitive impairments, which are also appropriate for the general population.
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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): Though material properties are covered in A3.1, this lesson concerns determining material selection (after A3.1 content has been taught).
3.1.1 Materials are selected for specific applications based on their properties.
3.1.2 Materials are selected for specific applications based on their aesthetic characteristics.
3.1.3 Additional factors influence the selection and application of materials in a specific context.
3.1.4 The selection of materials for a specific purpose can be justified through primary and secondary research.
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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):
1.1.3 Products can become obsolete due to a number of factors and this can be planned.
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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):
1.1.1 A designer has a responsibility to the needs of clients, their community and the environment when designing and creating products.
1.1.2 It is a designer’s responsibility to ensure their products are safe to use.
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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.
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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.
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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):
2.1.11 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.
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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):
2.1.10 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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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.
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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):
2.1.8 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.
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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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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.
