MYP Design Cycle Checklist

Criterion A: Inquiring and Analyzing

Introduction: I have written a brief paragraph, introducing the project. (Do this Last) The Problem: I have re-written the problem in my own words, and I understand it. I have explained and justified the need for a solution to a problem. I have specified the client/target audience. Initial Thoughts & Ideas: I have scanned & posted my initial thoughts & ideas page. Qualifying Initial Investigation: I have identified and prioritized the primary and secondary research needed to develop a solution to the problem. Research: I have analyzed a range of existing products/designs that inspire a solution to the problem. Explore: I have explored many different possible solutions to the problem. (Mind Map) Bibliography: I have properly maintained a bibliography and cited appropriately. Design Brief: I have developed a detailed design brief,  which summarizes what I am going to do to solve the problem. Design Test: I have designed a test to evaluate the product or design’s effectiveness. Evaluate: I have evaluated and reflected on my performance in the this stage. Challenges and successes Areas of concerns The strengths and weaknesses. Observations on how this stage could have been improved. General reflections Self Assessment: I have completed a self assessment for this stage

Criterion B: Developing Ideas

Design Specification: I have develop a design specification, which clearly states the success criteria for the design of a solution. Concept Designs: I have develop a range of feasible design ideas, which can be correctly interpreted by others. (Sketches, Proposals, I have evaluated each design idea critically against the design specification. I have presented the chosen design and justify its selection. The Design: I have develop an accurate and detailed planning drawing, diagram, or storyboard. Evaluate: I have evaluated and reflected on my performance in the this stage. Challenges and successes Areas of concerns The strengths and weaknesses Observations on how this stage could have been improved. General reflections Self Assessment: I have completed my self assessment for this stage

Criterion C: Creating the Solution

The Plan: I have constructed a logical plan (a step-by-step procedure) for the creation of the solution.  (sufficient for peers to be able to follow) I have stated the resources that will be needed. I have completed a timeline / Gantt chart The Creation Process: I have demonstrated excellent technical skills when making the solution. I have fully justified changes made to the chosen design and plan when making the solution. Process Journal: I have maintained a process journal through the entire creation process. I have explained the tools and techniques used in the process of creation. I have included evidence in the creation phase that I have followed my time plan. I have reflected any changes I made to my plan during the creation phase. I have included screen shots and other photographic evidences of the key phases of creation. I have kept notes in my process journal about how well I worked, problems encountered, and use of time - to be used in the evaluation. The Final Project: I have presented the solution as a whole, either in electronic form, or through photographs of the solution from different angles, showing details. Evaluate: I have evaluated and reflected on my performance in the this stage. Challenges and successes Areas of concerns The strengths and weaknesses. Observations on how this stage could have been improved. General reflections Self Assessment: I have completed my self assessment for this stage

Criterion D: Evaluating

I have evaluated and reflected on each stage in detail. I have designed a detailed and relevant testing methods, which generate data, to measure the success of the solution. I have included the feedback received from my testers / user in proper format. I have analyzed the results of questionnaires if any used for testing my product / solution. I have critically evaluate the success of the solution against the design specification. I have compared my predicted timeline with the actual timeframe and gave reasons for the changes. I have explained the impact of the solution on the client/target audience. Self Assessment: I have completed my self assessment for this stage