Time: Approximately 3 hours

Knowledge and Understanding 

Students develop an understanding of: 

• Evaluation as an essential part of the design process. 

• How feedback improves the effectiveness of design solutions. 

• The importance of using scientific evidence to justify design improvements. 

• How different communication methods influence the way ideas are shared. 

• Reflection as a strategy for improving future learning and design practices. 

• The role of communication in promoting sustainability and environmental action. 

Process and Production Skills

Task Outline

Testing and Evaluating

 Students: 

• Test their prototype or design against the original design criteria. 

• Evaluate how effectively the design addresses the identified climate issue. 

• Analyse strengths and limitations using scientific evidence. 

• Gather and respond to peer and teacher feedback. 

• Modify and improve their design based on evaluation findings. 

• Reflect on their learning throughout the design process. 

Producing and Implementing 

Students: 

• Finalise their design proposal. 

• Create a presentation using an appropriate format, such as: digital slideshow, poster, infographic, video, speech, physical model/prototype. 

Communicate: 

• The identified problem. 

• Evidence collected during investigations. 

• Their design solution. 

• How the solution improves Earth's systems. 

• Recommendations for future implementation.