These are in four sections:
A range of longer tasks, supported by studying some aspect of the design world, to then be applied to a design situation.
A range of short tasks, based upon case studies. These can be used as starters or home learning, they give students time to reflect and pull out information for future designing
A range of tasks to be done outside lessons, requiring students to investigate and reflect upon at a range of design concepts, movements and outcomes.
Aimed at older students, getting them to reflect on the more difficult and deeper aspects of design as well as reflecting upon the impact these can make.
Scroll down or click on the links above to take you to each section
Contextual Design – Assignments
Link to Assignment 00 – My Company Page and resources
Click on the link above. This assignment focuses upon creating a brand for the student’s design company. It also introduces students to the Design Industry and the possible jobs and careers available. An excellent assignment to introduce students to both the subject, careers and its opportunities and possibilities.
Contextual Design – Activities
A range of tasks that can be used as either starters or as a basis for more detailed lessons, includes worksheets, resource sheets and supporting PowerPoints
- Imperial War Museum
- Natural War Museum
- Te Papa Museum
- British Museum
- Design Museum
- Blackfriars Station, London
- London Bridge Station, London
- Birmingham New Street Station, Birmingham
- Kings Cross Station, London
- St. Pancras Station London
- Brutalism
- Bonn Square, Oxford
Contextual Design – Design Investigation
A range of tasks that can be used as either starters or as a basis for more detailed lessons, includes worksheets, resource sheets and supporting PowerPoints
Link to Contextual Studies – Design Investigation
The link above will take you the Contextual Studies – Home Learning section. These tasks can be used either as short class/research tasks or just for home learning. They are used to explore and build students understanding:
Contextual Design – Reflection Assignments
A range of reflection tasks to help student look at the wider, and sometimes, difficult issues with regards to design. These are challenging and aimed at older students, but with a little adjustment and preparation, these can be used within KS4 as well.
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