Deliverable
Concept Sketches & Matrix
Self Directed Learning
Collaboration
Effective Communication
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Assessment
Exhibition
Reflection
Community Partners
Critique and Revision
Submission Required
Develop a concept package that captures ideas inspired by La Jolla's ocean life. Produce quick brainstorm documents (quantity over quality), concept sketches or storyboards, and a feasibility/impact matrix that weighs ecological, artistic, and community considerations. Select the Top 3 concepts with rationale, and attach empathy artifacts or notes from snorkeling partners and community members to ground decisions in real user needs. Compile into a deliverable package with a brief plan for testing concepts with stakeholders in the next phase.
Plan day
Day 10
Duration
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Grouping
Small Group
Steps
7 steps
Lesson plan
7 steps| # | What teachers do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Set up collaborative spaces and prepare materials for brainstorming. (20 min) |
| 2 | Brainstorm design concepts inspired by La Jolla’s ocean life—quantity over quality approach. (30 min) |
| 3 | Select and sketch preliminary designs collaboratively with peers. (50 min) |
| 4 | Conduct a feasibility and impact matrix assessment weighing ecological, artistic, and community considerations. (40 min) |
| 5 | Select Top 3 concepts with your group, using empathy artifacts and notes to ground decisions. (40 min) |
| 6 | Compile the deliverable package, ensuring it includes concepts, sketches, matrix, and notes for future stakeholder testing. (50 min) |
| 7 | Facilitate a gallery walk to showcase and receive peer and community feedback. (40 min) |
Preparation (4 items)
- Arrange snorkeling equipment for Empathy Artifacts collection—ensure permission and safety protocols.
- Coordinate with Ocean Connectors, UCSD, UCSC contacts for expert insights and feedback opportunities.
- Gather sketching materials and create a flexible space for collaboration and brainstorming.
- Prepare templates for the feasibility/impact matrix analysis for students to use.
Student-facing instructions
Your task is to brainstorm diverse design concepts inspired by La Jolla's ocean life by using collaborative workspaces. You will create preliminary sketches, assess them using a feasibility/impact matrix, and select your top three ideas. Make sure to incorporate insights from snorkeling experiences and community partner feedback. Compile your work into a deliverable package that includes sketches, concepts, matrix analysis, and empathy artifact notes. Finally, present your package in a gallery walk format for peer and community feedback.