Unit 1:Heroes Reimagined: Character Design for Change
Duration
Weeks: 9
Key Concept
Communication
Related Concepts
Innovation, Form, Function
Global Context
Personal and Cultural Expression
Statement of Inquiry
Character design communicates values through innovative forms and functions.
Summative Assessment Criteria
Criterion A
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Approaches to Learning (ATLs) Skills
- S-Listen actively to other perspectives and ideas
- T-Generate novel ideas and consider multiple alternatives for character design
- C- Use a variety of media to communicate with a range of audiences
- SM-Plan short- and long-term assignments; meet deadlines
Curriculum Standards
- AC9TDE6K01: explain how social, ethical and sustainability considerations can influence the design of solutions to meet present and future needs
AC9TDE6K02: explain how the characteristics and properties of materials, systems, components, tools and equipment influence design decisions
AC9TDE6K03: explain how people in design and technologies occupations consider factors to create designed solutions
AC9TDE6P01: investigate and define needs, opportunities or problems, and use criteria to evaluate the success of designed solutions
AC9TDE6P02: generate and communicate design ideas and decisions using models and technical terms
AC9TDE6P05: evaluate their designed solutions and processes against criteria to identify the strengths and areas for improvement of their solutions
Unit 2: Illuminating Ideas: Functional Lamp Design
Duration
Weeks: 9
Key Concept
Development
Related Concepts
Form, Function, Sustainability
Global Context
Scientific and Technical Innovation
Statement of Inquiry
Development of lighting solutions balances form and function with sustainable approaches.
Summative Assessment Criteria
Criterion A
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Approaches to Learning (ATLs) Skills
- R-Collect and organize relevant information to formulate an argument
- T-Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products or processes
- SM-Follow through on design process from planning to completion
- T-Evaluate design ideas against established criteria for effectiveness
Curriculum Standards
- AC9TDE6K02: explain how the characteristics and properties of materials, systems, components, tools and equipment influence design decisions
AC9TDE6P01: investigate and define needs, opportunities or problems, and use criteria to evaluate the success of designed solutions
AC9TDE6P02: generate and communicate design ideas and decisions using models and technical terms
Unit 3: Digital Code Code Playgrounds: Game Design with Scratch
Duration
Weeks: 9
Key Concept
Systems
Related Concepts
Innovation, Interaction, Perspective
Global Context
Identities and Relationships
Statement of Inquiry
Interactive systems evolve by incorporating multiple perspectives.
Summative Assessment Criteria
Criterion A
Criterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Approaches to Learning (ATLs) Skills
- R-Process data and report results
- T-Apply skills and knowledge in unfamiliar situations
- C-Structure information in digital media for maximum impact
- T-Apply skills and knowledge across disciplines
Curriculum Standards
- AC9TDE6K02: explain how the characteristics and properties of materials, systems, components, tools and equipment influence design decisions
- AC9TDE6P01: investigate and define needs, opportunities or problems, and use criteria to evaluate the success of designed solutions
- AC9TDE6P02: generate and communicate design ideas and decisions using models and technical terms
- AC9TDE6P04: select and use materials, components, tools, equipment and processes to produce and test designed solutions
Unit 4: Organized Space: Functional Desk Organizer DesignDuration
Weeks: 9Key Concept
CommunitiesRelated Concepts
Form, Function, ErgonomicsGlobal Context
Personal and Cultural ExpressionStatement of Inquiry
Organizational forms serve communities through functional and ergonomic design.Summative Assessment Criteria
Criterion ACriterion B
Criterion C
Criterion D
Approaches to Learning (ATLs) Skills
- SM-Use appropriate strategies for organizing complex information
- T-Consider multiple alternatives and perspectives
- S-Listen actively to other perspectives and ideas
- SM-Consider ethical, cultural and environmental implications
Curriculum Standards
- AC9TDE6K02: explain how the characteristics and properties of materials, systems, components, tools and equipment influence design decisions
AC9TDE6P01: investigate and define needs, opportunities or problems, and use criteria to evaluate the success of designed solutions
AC9TDE6P02: generate and communicate design ideas and decisions using models and technical terms
AC9TDE6P02: generate and communicate design ideas and decisions using models and technical terms