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Defining design
I can apply the design principles of aesthetics, function and interactivity.
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- Year 7
Defining design
I can apply the design principles of aesthetics, function and interactivity.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Design is the process of planning and creating things to solve problems or to meet a need.
- Designers use design principles to help them in their work and to design solutions.
- Design principles include aesthetics, function and interactivity.
- Curiosity about the world around us is vital in design and designers use this to push boundaries.
Keywords
Design - the process of planning and creating things to solve problems
Aesthetic - refers to the visual appeal of a piece of design
Function - refers to how the design piece works
Interactivity - a two-way experience where the person using the design can change or influence it
Common misconception
Design is about making things that have never been made before.
Design is about planning and making something. It doesn’t need to be something that has never been done before, it can be to improve an existing object to make it work or look better.
It will be useful to have examples of iconic designs to support pupils in their learning.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which statement is not true for a sketchbook? A sketchbook is a ...
Which statement is not true for a sketchbook? A sketchbook is a ...
place for artists and designers to explore their creativity.
tool for capturing inspiration and ideas.
visual diary for artists and designers.
Q2.True or false? Art and artefacts can be found in public and private locations.
True or false? Art and artefacts can be found in public and private locations.
False
Q3.What is the term given to the gathering of art or artefacts by public institutions?
What is the term given to the gathering of art or artefacts by public institutions?
Q4.What is the term given to artworks that are returned to their country of origin?
What is the term given to artworks that are returned to their country of origin?
restoration
acquisition
conservation
Q5.Which is an example of an art discipline?
Which is an example of an art discipline?
clay
composition
form
Q6.Which discipline is often three dimensional?
Which discipline is often three dimensional?
photography
painting
drawing
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Which statement about design is most accurate?
Which statement about design is most accurate?
Design is about always making something innovative.
Design is about making something new.
Q2.Complete the sentence. Fashion is an example of a design .
Complete the sentence. Fashion is an example of a design .
Q3.What is the name of the design principle related to visual appeal?
What is the name of the design principle related to visual appeal?
functionality
interactivity
texture
Q4.Which design principle relates to how a design piece works.
Which design principle relates to how a design piece works.
aesthetics
interactivity
composition
Q5.What is the design principle associated to creating a two-way experience between the design piece and the person using it?
What is the design principle associated to creating a two-way experience between the design piece and the person using it?
