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Accessible design prototype
I can create a prototype accessible product.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- A prototype is a simple, low-cost model made to check size, shape and function.
- Prototypes can be made from card.
- Card can be shaped using different techniques.
- Prototypes can be adapted.
Keywords
Prototype - a simple, low-cost model made to check size, shape and function
Technique - a particular way of doing something
Adapt - make changes
Common misconception
Prototypes are finished pieces that cannot be adapted.
Prototypes can help identify problems and prototypes made from card can be adapted easily.
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Equipment
Scrap card in a variety of thicknesses, scissors, pencils, rulers, tape.
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What was Yinka Ilori most inpired by?
Q2.What is another key part of Yinka Ilori's designs?
Q3. products are products that are designed to be easy to use by as many people as possible.
Q4.What makes this product accessible? Select the most appropriate response.

Q5.What is the correct definition for innovate?
Q6.What is a prototype?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Why is card a good materials to make prototypes from?
Q2.Put these steps to the cardboard bending technique in order.
Q3.Which cardboard modelling technique is shown here?

Q4.Which cardboard modelling technique is shown here?
