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Year 11 - Design and technology

Research techniques

Iterative Design Principles

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will reflect and build upon designing and making principles to which they have been introduced previously. this will be assessed in the Non-Examined Assessment

Lesson Summary

You will learn to select the appropriate techniques to research throughout the iterative design process.

Key Notes

There are many techniques for research.
Research is important throughout the iterative design process.
Research can identify design requirements which shape the iterative design process.

Vocabulary To Learn

design requirements: something which is needed or wanted to make a product successful
research needs: what you need to find out
design brief: outlines the design opportunity and identifies a primary user's needs and wants
research technique: a method for finding out design requirements

Common Mistakes To Avoid

Research only needs to take place at the start of the iterative design process.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain the lesson in two key points.

There are many techniques for research. Research is important throughout the iterative design process.

2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'design requirements'

something which is needed or wanted to make a product successful.

3. Correct this common mistake.

Mistake: Research only needs to take place at the start of the iterative design process. Correction: Research is vital throughout the iterative design process and is not a linear activity. Pupils can research at any point to aid their design decisions and provide inspiration throughout the iterative process.

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