the ability to understand and share the feelings, thoughts, or experiences of another person

designing products that as many people as possible can use

breaking down a task into individual steps

Empathy

Design and technology

Ergonomics

Anthropometrics

Polymers properties, sources and stock forms

Foam modelling techniques

Cardboard modelling techniques

Model accessible controllers

Ergonomic testing and design development

Pupils will gather and analyse ergonomic and anthropometric data to inform the design of a game controller. Pupils will be introduced to polymer properties and processes. They will develop and apply foam and complex card modelling techniques to manufacture their product.

Ergonomic design: accessible controllers

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the __________, thoughts, or experiences of another person.

designers know what users want without research

it helps designers understand users’ needs and challenges

Which of the following best explains why empathy is essential in the design process?

How can designers empathise with users with disabilities?

involves evaluating user satisfaction with a product after completing a task

involves designing new user interfaces based on current aesthetic trends

involves breaking down user actions into steps to identify obstacles

Which of the following is an accurate definition of task analysis?

Designing products that as many people as possible can use is known as what?

In what ways can designers achieve inclusive design?

There are three important percentiles in anthropometric data: 5th, 50th and ...

Complete the definition of ergonomics: the interaction between people and the {{}} they use.

products designed only for future use or testing

products that are still being developed and not yet available

products that are ideas or concepts, but not yet made

products which have already been created, sold, and used by people

to prevent people from copying the design

to ensure as many people as possible can use the product

Why is it important to consider different user needs when designing a product?

to help people avoid walking long distances

to make it easier for those who find stairs difficult

Why are pavement ramps designed for public spaces?

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