Learning objective
- To design a product to fit a set of specific user needs
National curriculum
Pupils should be taught to:
- Use research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups
- Generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches, cross-sectional and exploded diagrams, prototypes, pattern pieces and computer-aided design
- Understand and use electrical systems in their products [for example, series circuits incorporating switches, bulbs, buzzers and motors]
Differentiation
Pupils needing extra support: May need suggested materials for each component and should keep their design simple to ensure they have the time to create a quality product. Consider writing the design criteria as a class, with their collective input, for one of the user profiles as an example and then provide the remaining one to the pupils for them to complete.
Pupils working at greater depth: Should apply their findings from evaluating torches to their design, adding specific features to satisfy their client’s needs.
Provide them with the blank user profiles, to investigate and design for a set person of their or your choice.