Elaborate>Test Stage

Prepare your prototype for testing with your classmates.

Set up a testing station where users can interact with your prototype.

Provide each user with a set of sticky notes and a pen.

You should test your prototype at least three times with three different users.

Ask users to explore your prototype and provide feedback in the following sections on the sticky notes:

• What worked: Write down any aspects of the prototype that worked well or were effective.

• What didn't work: Note any areas of the prototype that were confusing, unclear, or didn't function as intended.

• Any questions: If users have any questions or uncertainties about the prototype, encourage them to write them down. (I wonder...)

• Any more solutions: Prompt users to suggest any additional ideas or improvements for the prototype.

Collect the sticky notes from each user and organize them in a chart in your Design Thinking workbook.

Fill out each section for each feedback category: What worked, what didn't work, any questions, and anymore solutions. You can combine multiple students results (feedback) in one category.

Analyze the test results by reviewing the feedback from multiple classmates.

Reflect on the feedback and answer the following questions in your Design Thinking workbook:

• What did your classmates like about your prototype? Take note of the positive aspects that were highlighted.

• What questions did they have about your prototype? Consider the inquiries and uncertainties raised by your peers. "I wonder …": Write down any additional thoughts or questions that arise from the feedback.

• How did your classmates "build upon" your prototype idea? Identify any suggestions or improvements offered by others.

• What are some new ideas that were introduced? Note any fresh concepts or perspectives that emerged from the feedback.