Deliverable
Engine Prototype Iterations
Content Expertise
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Collaboration
Effective Communication
Self Directed Learning
Reflection
Core Content
Community Partners
Essential Question
Submission Required
Over Day 11, build two prototype versions of your go-kart engine subsystem. Start with a low-fidelity paper/cardboard model to illustrate layout, then create a medium-fidelity functional mockup using available materials. Maintain an iteration log that records changes and the user-centered reasoning behind them, and capture empathy artifacts from peers and the community partner during a gallery walk to inform refinements.
Plan day
Day 2
Duration
75 min
Grouping
Pair
Steps
6 steps
Lesson plan
6 steps · 75 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Review essential question and task objectives for today's activity. (10 min) |
| 2 | Create low-fidelity paper/cardboard model of the go-kart engine subsystem layout. (30 min) |
| 3 | Construct medium-fidelity functional mockup using available materials. (45 min) |
| 4 | Facilitate a gallery walk where you present your prototypes to peers and the community partner for feedback. (30 min) |
| 5 | Record insights and feedback in your iteration log. (10 min) |
| 6 | Reflect on the feedback and challenges in your reflection journal. (10 min) |
Preparation (3 items)
- Gather and organize all materials needed for both prototype models, including paper, cardboard, functional components, and tools.
- Set up workspace to allow for easy construction and presentation of prototypes.
- Coordinate with the community partner to ensure their availability for the gallery walk feedback session.
Student-facing instructions
You will start by reviewing the essential question and objectives to focus your efforts. Construct a low-fidelity paper/cardboard model to visualize your engine subsystem layout, followed by a medium-fidelity functional mockup with available materials. During the gallery walk, present your models to peers and the community partner, recording feedback and insights in the iteration log. Conclude by reflecting on the challenges and breakthroughs in your reflection journal.