EISJ - Checking for Understanding - Y8

At EISJ, the bird feeder project aims to address challenges faced by birds in Dubai's evolving landscape. What is the primary goal of this project?

• To build the tallest bird feeder in the world

• To make a profitable bird feeder business model for the students

• To design sustainable bird feeders in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) for the betterment of the local environment

• To increase the bird population in Dubai

In the context of 'Identities and Relationships', what broader understanding are students encouraged to gain through this unit?

• The commercial potential of bird feeders

• The techniques for bird training

• The global importance of sustainability and the ecological role of birds

• The genetic diversity of birds worldwide

While studying local bird species, what broader perspective do students explore to understand how different cultures value their natural environments?

• Bird songs and calls from various regions

• The migratory patterns of birds worldwide

• How bird-feeding initiatives function in different cultural or geographical settings

• The economics of bird-feeding industries globally

When brainstorming bird feeder designs suitable for places like Dubai, how does considering innovative features and solutions nurture your abilities as a Thinker?

• By adhering strictly to well-known designs because they are familiar

• By giving importance only to the visual appeal of the feeder

• By critically evaluating and reflecting on the potential impact and effectiveness of each design choice

• By selecting materials based solely on their market popularity

In the "Bird Feeder" unit, as you dive into understanding the specific needs of local bird species, how do you believe this process cultivates your attributes as an Inquirer?

• By focusing solely on what's already popular and avoiding experimenting

• By waiting for guidelines rather than venturing out with your own inquiries

• By actively observing, questioning, and exploring various design possibilities to best cater to the birds' needs

• By replicating feeders seen in local stores without modification or personal input

A "Design Brief" is a statement about...

• How the client company intends to use the product

• The values of the client.

• How much the product will cost the consumer.

• What the designer intends to create.

What is "identify"?

• To improve Incrementally elaborate or expand in detail

• To provide an answer from multiple possibilities.

• To evolve from one’s own thought or imagination.

• To give valid reasons or evidenced for an answer or conclusion.

What is "Define"?

• Produce a plan, simulation or model.

• Give a detailed account or picture..

• To evolve from one’s own thought or imagination.

• Give the precise meaning of a word.

In the context of design, why is understanding the 'audience' important?

• To know who to sell the product to

• To make the design process simpler

• To make the design more expensive

• To tailor the design to their needs and preferences

Which of the following best describes an 'audience' in design?

• The materials used to create a product

• The tools used in the design process

• The intended users or recipients of a design or message

• The place where the product is sold