Starting the Unit on Product Design

Project (due Feb 2nd): Each student will review an existing product (explain & give your opinion about it) or design a product and share it with classmates. 
The product might be a piece of furniture, equipment, gear, an accessory, stationary, a tool, an appliance, or a toy. It should be something that is designed and manufactured.

The description should be about 5-6 sentences and should try to use the vocabulary.

If you design a product, you should draw an image of it (on paper or using a computer program) and upload it to your blog. Describe your product's purpose, design, and how it is used. For example ideas, see KickStarter or chindogu.

If you do a product review, describe your product's purpose and background information (name, maker, etc.). Give your opinion on the design and its usefulness. Add a photo of the product. Here is an example of a product review (click customer review).

Example of a Product Invention by Caleb

CHOP-Pen-Sticks

Everyone knows that disposable chopsticks are bad for the environment, but many people do not bring their own chopsticks around because it is inconvenient. Introducing CHOP-Pen-Sticks, an innovative new product! This product is a pen and pencil that can be used like chopsticks. You can carry it in your pencil case or purse so you will never forget them.

* The stylish design combines a contemporary and traditional look. 

* You can choose from 5 color combinations for the horizontal stripes on the top.

* Handcrafted in Okayama.

* The pen and pencil are waterproof, so you can wash it in the dishwasher or by hand.

* They are very user-friendly. Just twist and the pencil and pen tip comes out.

 

1. Product Design Vocabulary
The first 10-15 minutes use only Flashcards, Learn, Spell, and/or Test
The next 10-15 minutes: contest on Scatter and Space Race

2. Choose one interesting product that is being designed from KickStarter (Product Design). Describe the following on your blog.
Product Name:
Purpose/Use:
How it is Used (if applicable):
Why is it Unique?:
Design Features: 
Your Opinion (Do you want this? Will this product be successful?):

Homework (think of ideas for your project - due in a few weeks):
Think of products you own that you can review.
OR
Think of products you want to create. Be creative!