IA Criterion B:
New requirements for 2020
The final step in Criterion B is the presentation and justification of the final design (B3).
To reach this point, step B1 should show development of ideas. Step B2 should develop concept models of the idea or aspects of the idea in order to better understand the feasibility, function, performance, etc. In a way, these two steps are like research the designer does to develop a final design (B3)
B1
Develops feasible ideas to meet appropriate specifications that explore solutions to the problem
Six A4 pages or the equivalent*
Students must not include any extended writing to address this strand.
B2
Uses concept modelling and analyses the outcomes to guide design development
four A4 page or the equivalent*
Students must not include any extended writing to address this strand.
Photographic Documentation and Annotation in B2
In DP Design Tech, your photographic documentation should:
include an annotation that describes the image (under 10 words)
include clear, sharp images of the steps
be cropped to focus on the task, step, or action
show no distracting background or elements
be taken by you
For screenshots, they should:
include an annotation that describes the image (under 10 words)
be at a resolution where any relevant text is clear and readable
only show the relevant parts of the screen
not include unnecessary toolbars, windows, or desktop elements.
In DP Design Technology, your annotations should:
Be less than 10 words for each annotation
Use appropriate technical vocabulary
Be descriptive and explanatory
Be analytical (state strengths and weaknesses)
Use arrows if necessary to help understanding
B3
Justifies an appropriate idea for detailed development
one A4 page or the equivalent*
approximately 300 words
Rubric (2020)
Assessment for Criterion B is as follows
1–3 The student:
B1: demonstrates limited development of few ideas, which explore solutions to the problem
B3: selects the most appropriate idea for detailed development with no justification.
4–6 The student:
B1: develops ideas with reference to the specifications, which explore solutions to the problem
B2: uses concept modelling with limited analysis
B3: selects the most appropriate idea for detailed development with limited justification.
7–9 The student:
B1: develops feasible ideas to meet appropriate specifications, which explore solutions to the problem
B2: uses concept modelling to guide design development
B3: justifies the most appropriate idea for detailed development.