Communicate ideas
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can select the appropriate communication technique when designing and developing.
Key learning points
- Ideas are communicated using different techniques.
- Design decisions are made throughout the iterative journey.
Keywords
Communicate - express, share, or present ideas to others
Iterative - refining and improving
Design requirements - something which is needed or wanted to make a product successful
Design decisions - a deliberate choice to meet a requirement or solve a problem
Common misconception
Sketching is the only way to iterate design ideas.
Design ideas and iterations can be communicated using various techniques, such as sketching, CAD, prototyping, and AI.
Teacher tip
Many pupils are intimidated by the thought of drawing and this causes some to switch off. Encourage pupils to use a variety of communication techniques and allow them to play to their strengths.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Risk assessment required - outdoor learning
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does it mean to communicate an idea in design?
Q2.A design decision is a deliberate to meet a requirement or solve a problem.
Q3.Match the term to its meaning.
express, share, or present ideas to others
refining and improving
something which is needed or wanted to make a product successful
a deliberate choice to meet a requirement or solve a problem
Q4.Put the steps in the correct order to show how ideas might be communicated during the design process.
Q5.Why is it useful to share design ideas with others during the process?
Q6.The process allows designers to improve their ideas over time.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Sketching, modelling, and annotating are techniques used to design ideas.
Q2.Match the design stage to the purpose of communication
to explore and visualise options
to explain decisions and gather feedback
to show how the product meets design requirements
to reflect on what worked and what could improve
Q3.Put these activities in the correct order as part of a design decision process:
Q4.What is the purpose of annotating a design sketch?
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