Designing · JHS2 Career Technology

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.5.2.1.4 - Generate Ideas/possible solutions

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

sketch at least three distinct possible solutions to their design problem using freehand drawing
write descriptive and annotated notes explaining the features, materials, and working principles of each generated idea
compare their generated ideas against their design specifications and select the best one using a simple evaluation table
develop the selected idea into a working drawing with accurate dimensions and labels
explain the reasoning behind their final design choice, showing evidence of reflection on their thinking process

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Curriculum details

Strand: Designing and Making of Artefacts/products (Strand 5)
Sub-strand: Designing (5.2)
Content standard: B8.5.2.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and skills of Designing
Indicator: B8.5.2.1.4 - Generate Ideas/possible solutions
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 2 (Week 26 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Career Technology, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 66
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Use freehand to sketch at least three possible ideas/solutions.
2. Write descriptive/annotated notes on each of the generated ideas
3. Compare and select the best idea or design
4. Develop the selected idea and prepare the working drawings and folios.