Building Simple Models
Students create physical or digital low-fidelity models to represent their design concepts.
Key Questions
- Compare the benefits of physical versus digital models for different projects.
- Explain how a simple model can convey complex ideas.
- Design a low-fidelity model of a proposed solution.
ACARA Content Descriptions
Suggested Methodologies
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Defining the Problem
Researching user needs and clearly stating the challenge to be solved.
2 methodologies
Empathizing with Users
Students conduct simple interviews and observations to understand user perspectives and challenges.
2 methodologies
Brainstorming Solutions
Generating a wide range of creative ideas to address the defined problem.
2 methodologies
Prototyping Ideas
Creating low fidelity models to test early concepts and gather feedback.
2 methodologies
Sketching and Storyboarding
Students use sketches and storyboards to visualize their ideas and plan the user experience.
2 methodologies