Simple Design Problems
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost
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“Can your child clearly state what problem they're trying to solve with a design, what would make it successful, and what limits they have on materials or time?”
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- Activity. Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost
What to notice. Define a design problem by describing the need or want it addresses • Specify at least two criteria for a successful solution (e.g. must hold X weight, must cost less than Y) • Identify constraints such as available materials, time limits, or cost
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Can your child clearly state what problem they're trying to solve with a design, what would make it successful, and what limits they have on materials or time?
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost
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- Define a design problem by describing the need or want it addresses
- Specify at least two criteria for a successful solution (e.g. must hold X weight, must cost less than Y)
- Identify constraints such as available materials, time limits, or cost
“Can your child clearly state what problem they're trying to solve with a design, what would make it successful, and what limits they have on materials or time?”
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- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- Science
- Domain
- Scientific Inquiry
- Age range
- Ages 8–11
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