Grade 11 - Design and Communication(Modification and Manipulation)

This sub-organizer contains the following sections:
Prescribed Learning Outcomes
Suggested Instructional Strategies
Suggested Assessment Strategies
Recommended Learning Resources

PRESCRIBED LEARNING OUTCOMES

It is expected that students will:

develop and present design solutions using:
- manual and computer drafting
- prototypes and models
- multimedia
- computer animation or simulation
interpret and create accurate design representations
select and use materials and components in designs to reflect specific design criteria and community standards
apply concepts from other disciplines to the design process

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SUGGESTED INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES

As students develop designs to meet specific criteria and communicate their ideas to others, they develop an understanding of the design process and effective communication strategies.

Challenge students to design personal logos. Have them use manual drafting, graphic design programs, or CADD to develop and communicate their design solutions. As an extension, encourage students to develop computer simulations, videos, or audio productions to enhance or extend their designs. Have them include all their work, from early concept sketches to final products, in design portfolios. Ask them to include descriptions of the processes and strategies they used, and discuss how the designs evolved during development.
Have teams of students set up "companies" to design and develop recreational products (e.g., high-tech kayak paddle). Before they begin, ask them to develop work plans and organizational charts, and to assign individual group members specific tasks and responsibilities related to the design or to product development (e.g., project manager, research team member, business manager). Invite students to use a variety of drawing techniques (e.g., sketching, manual drafting, CADD), communication processes, and media to create and communicate their designs from concept to finished product.
Have groups construct scale models or prototypes of their design solutions. Ask them to select production methods and materials in order to address:
- cost-effectiveness
- aesthetics and functionality
- environmental considerations
- audience appeal
As they work to develop their models, discuss with students the proper applications of WCB and WHMIS safety regulations.

SUGGESTED ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES

As students create design portfolios and prototypes, they can demonstrate their understanding of the design process and effective communication techniques.

As teams of students work to design recreational products, have them develop design portfolios. Collect their design portfolios and look for evidence of their abilities to:
- clearly identify the design problems
- generate a variety of ideas
- use manual drafting and CADD skills and graphic design software to develop their chosen solution
- communicate their design solutions in a logical order
Ask students to maintain journals as part of their design portfolios. To assist them in recording their thoughts, have them consider the following questions:
- What did you do first?
- Where did you go to find information relating to your design?
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of your design?
- What unforeseen problems did you encounter, and how did you deal with them?
Work with students to develop a rating scale for a product or prototype. Criteria might include:
- satisfies specific design parameters
- durable
- stable
- safe
- easy and cost-effective to manufacture
- performs well on an objective test
- aesthetically pleasing
Have students examine their design portfolios and prototypes. To focus their reflection, pose questions such as:
- How did you redefine the design problem as you worked?
- How did you choose materials to best match the specific product requirements?
- How did you address the issue of waste management in the manufacturing process?
- What modifications could you make to improve your product?