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MYP Technology


Link to An MYP Tech Sample Site
Supporting Students with the MYP Design Cycle
Posted on May 21, 2013
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Use of the design cycle is the focus of MYP Technology classes.

It can be difficult for students accustomed to a final assessment project style (as is partially the case in the PYP) to grasp that the manner in which they create products or solutions is more important to the course than the actual products or solutions themselves.

The design cycle is quite involved with a number of sections, each with its own purpose. To support students I made this slideshare to break it down into steps for them.
The Design Cycle @DISK Introduction from Sean Thompson
I also put together this page where I add new insights and direction as inspiration hits.

Every part of the design cycle builds upon the previous so the Latin finis origine pendant, The end hangs upon the beginning, is extremely applicable. I made this poster to illustrate the idea to my class on how the solutions to the problems as identified in their design specifications then can be used to form some of their test questions which become fundamental to their final Evaluate section of the cycle.

The reason for this focus on the design cycle I tell my students is simplicity itself. 

We use it for every unit for one good reason. 

Getting in the habit of addressing problems in this way is simply engendering good habits that will stick with you for the rest of your lives. 

And after all, as Picasso said, you need to:
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The Design Cycle @DISK Introduction from Sean Thompson
MYP Design Cycle Support Series Part A: Investigate from Sean Thompson

Design Cycle Notes

Unlike other classes, in Technology class you are assessed most heavily on your use of the design cycle. 
The recording of your steps is most important. 
Yes, even more important than your products or solutions.



Every step is dependent on the previous step. 
Go back and review at the start of a session to see where you were. 
Otherwise you will not know where to go!

Part A: INVESTIGATE

How to use the DC SlideShare: pp. 5-19
Tests  on p. 19 
WHO will do them?
Where will you record them?
The more results you collect from your intended users the more reliable they become.

PART B: DESIGN

How to use the DC SlideShare: pp. 21-23
In your #2 Assessment of Design based on Design Specification you MUST go back and improve week points. This is the point of this.

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Part C: Plan

How to use the DC SlideShare: pp. 24-27


Part D: Create

How to use the DC SlideShare: pp. 28-31


Part E: Evaluate

How to use the DC SlideShare: pp. 32- 37
In this section you need to reflect on your use of the design cycle and the product or solution created. If you wish to perform well I suggest reading through your work to refresh your memory before reviewing your product or solution and test results before recording your thoughts and responding to te prompts.

An excellent example of planning in Grade 7

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