Deliverable
Define Student Needs Map
Effective Communication
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Self Directed Learning
Content Expertise
Collaboration
Assessment
Reflection
Essential Question
Critique and Revision
Submission Required
In small groups, you explore a school or community issue by talking with a partner or role-playing a community member. Your group will create four empathy-based artifacts: a simple point-of-view (POV) statement about the user, 2–3 How Might We (HMW) questions framed as questions, a persona card featuring a drawn character with a few words, and a basic systems map or problem tree showing connections and causes. You will share your artifacts with another group and receive brief, constructive feedback to help refine your problem definition.
Plan day
Day 4
Duration
60 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps
6 steps
Lesson plan
6 steps · 60 min| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Join your group and sit in a circle. Discuss the community issue you're focusing on. (10 min) |
| 2 | Brainstorm with your group to create a list of 'How Might We' questions about the issue. (10 min) |
| 3 | Work together to make a point-of-view statement that represents someone's experience with the issue. (10 min) |
| 4 | Use markers to draw a persona card. Add some words that show feelings or needs. (5 min) |
| 5 | Create a simple systems map or problem tree using chart paper to show causes and connections. (10 min) |
| 6 | Share your artifacts with another group and listen to their feedback. (10 min) |
Preparation (3 items)
- Gather materials: chart paper, markers, and pencils for each group.
- Create an example systems map or problem tree to show as a visual aid.
- Set up spaces for each group to work and share their artifacts.
Student-facing instructions
You will work in your group to explore a community issue by making art pieces that help understand different experiences. You'll draw pictures, write sentences, and make questions. Share your work and listen to feedback to make it better.