Knowledge/Skill Building

📏 Criteria and Constraints Workshop

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Content Expertise Effective Communication Academic Mindset HS-ETS1-1 HS-ETS1-3 9-12.AF.6.5 Submission Required Grading Required

Students translate empathy findings into a problem statement, then build a criteria-and-constraints matrix using categories such as safety, cost, reliability, privacy, accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and time. Teams add at least one initial quantitative measure, such as reduced missed appointments or clearer medication steps, and test whether each criterion matches user evidence. A short teacher conference serves as a gate before ideation begins.

Plan day
Day 6
Duration
45 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps