A1-Design Situation

Criterion A Strand i 

The student (states --> outlines --> explains --> explains & justifies) the need for a solution to a problem for a specified client/target audience​

Criterion A Strand i 

0 ~ student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors

1-2 ~ states the need for a solution to a problem for a specified client/target audience​

3-4 ~ outlines the need for a solution to a problem for a specified client/target audience

5-6 ~ explains the need for a solution to a problem for a specified client/target audience

7-8 ~ explains and justifies the need for a solution to a problem for a client/ target audience

5Qs

1. What is the problem you are addressing?

Template:

•  The problem I am addressing is _____________ because _____________.

• I have noticed a problem with _____________, which is _____________.

• One issue that needs addressing is _____________ because _____________.

• The problem I am addressing is __________. This problem is significant because __________.

Example Answer:
The problem I am addressing is the lack of awareness about endangered species and their protection. This problem is significant because many people are unaware of the threats these animals face, leading to insufficient support for conservation efforts.

2. Who is the problem affecting?

Template:

• The problem is affecting _____________ because _____________.

• People who are impacted by this problem include _____________, as they _____________.

• The problem has a direct impact on _____________, who experience _____________.

• This problem is affecting __________. These individuals/groups are impacted in the following ways: __________.

Example Answer:
This problem is affecting local communities, wildlife conservationists, and school students. These individuals are impacted by losing biodiversity生物多样性, which affects ecosystems生态系统 and the balance of nature.

3. Where is the problem occurring?

Template:

• The problem is occurring in _____________, specifically _____________.

• This problem is prevalent in _____________, where _____________.

• The issue is widespread, being observed in _____________, _____________, and even _____________.

• This problem is occurring in __________. It is particularly prevalent in __________ because __________.

Example Answer:
This problem is occurring globally, but it is particularly prevalent in regions with high rates of deforestation and urbanization 森林砍伐和城市化  because these activities lead to habitat loss for many endangered species.

This problem is occurring globally, especially in places with a lot of tree cutting and city expansion, as these activities lead to the loss of homes for many at-risk animals.

4. What are the benefits of solving the problem?

Template:

• Solving this problem will provide the following benefits: __________. This will help __________.

• Solving the problem would bring benefits such as _____________ because _____________.

• By addressing this issue, we can improve _____________, leading to _____________.

• The benefits of solving this problem include _____________, which would _____________.

Example Answer:
Solving this problem will provide the benefits of increased public awareness and support for conservation initiatives保护倡议. This will help protect endangered species, restore ecosystems, and promote biodiversity.

Addressing this issue will raise public awareness and support for conservation保护 efforts. This will help protect endangered animals, restore natural habitats, and promote biodiversity.

5. What will you do to solve the problem? (Come up with a product idea)

Template:

• To solve this problem, I will __________. I plan to create __________ using __________. This will help raise awareness by __________.

• To solve the problem, I will _____________ by _____________.

• My plan to tackle this issue involves _____________, which will _____________.

• To solve this problem, I will design a vessel/container/artifact/program, etc, that will … function/s required...

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vessel 容器；船 container容器；集装箱 artifact手工艺品；人工制品 program程序；节目

Creation作品 toy玩具 production设计作品；视频作品 organizer收纳盒

website网站  3D model 3D模型 coding game编程游戏 digital product 数字产品

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Example Answer:
To solve this problem, I will create 3D animal models of endangered species using recyclable materials like cardboard. This will help raise awareness by visually representing these animals and emphasizing their importance in our ecosystems.

To solve this problem, I will create everyday items, such as storage boxes, that emphasize the protection of endangered species. I plan to use recyclable materials like cardboard to design these products. This will help raise awareness by incorporating images and information about endangered animals on the items, encouraging people to think about conservation in their daily lives.

How to justify

• According to...：根据……。例如：According to the research findings, the new method is more effective.（根据研究结果，新方法更有效。）

• As stated in...：正如在……中所述。例如：As stated in the report, the company's profits have increased this year.（正如报告中所述，公司今年的利润有所增加。）

• Based on...：基于……。例如：Based on the data collected, we can draw the conclusion that the hypothesis is correct.（基于收集到的数据，我们可以得出假设是正确的结论。）

• It is shown in... that...：在……中表明……。例如：It is shown in the experiment that the reaction rate is affected by temperature.（实验表明反应速率受温度影响。）

• As evidence by...：如……所证明。例如：As evidenced by the survey results, the majority of people prefer the new design.（如调查结果所证明，大多数人更喜欢新设计。）

Justify with Evidence

According to a news report published by CNN, approximately 1 million species are threatened due to human activities such as habitat destruction and climate change（Isabelle Gerretsen，2019）. This lack of awareness results in insufficient public support for conservation efforts.

intext citation 文内引用   👉 （Isabelle Gerretsen，2019）