Unpacking the Major Design Project Project Proposal & Project - - PDF document
Unpacking the Major Design Project Project Proposal & Project - - PDF document
Unpacking the Major Design Project Project Proposal & Project Management Some basics! The Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards NSW (BOSTES) has specifjed that the folio for the MDP must contain the following: Project
Project Proposal & Project Management
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Some basics!
The Board of Studies Teaching and Educational Standards NSW (BOSTES) has specifjed that the folio for the MDP must contain the following:
- Project Proposal and Project Management (15 marks)
- Project Development and Realisation (35 marks)
- Evaluation (10 marks)
- Use the major headings and minor headings so that it will correspond exactly with the
MDP Examination Criteria.
- Make sure you have progressive evaluation included throughout your folio and use a
difgerent style font or colour to highlight this. Use a colour already in your design...don't use yellow or light blue as it is too hard to read.
- Ensure the fjrst paragraph on each page grabs attention.
_____________________ * This is a new page/heading in your MDP ◊ Replace the word 'MDP' with the name of your project. § Replace the word 'project' with the name of your project. ¥ Replace the word 'product, system or environment' with the name of your project. _____________________
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- Explain exactly what your MDP is.
- Motivation
- State the motivation and the purpose of the MDP
– Who will use the project and what will it be used for on completion? – How will it be used and how long is it intended to last?
- Target Market
– What is the target market for the completed project (if the MDP could be a commercial proposition)
Identification and exploration of the need*
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Determine what the candidate is trying to do.
- What does the candidate tell you they intend to do?
- What is the candidate trying to achieve?
- Has the candidate ofgered you a direction or path to start thinking along?
- Have directions relevant to the problem been exposed or explored?
- Has any justifjcation or reasons for directions been given?
- Has supporting evidence been ofgered to allow exploration of the genuine need?
- Identifjcation may be achieved through other means, an event, media release....
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Identifjcation & exploration of the need
detailed, genuine, justifying identifjes an states a, with some states a, with limited stated without clarity
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- the genuine need is argued
positively, supported with in depth discussion
- features relating to the need
are clarifjed and explored with specifjc relevance
- a clear direction for idea
development, evident in the MDP
- discussion to justify specifjc
choices
- the need includes features
that relate to solving the problem
- further discussion or
direction of concepts are not detailed
- general statement outlining
the path being taken with the MDP
- ideas being ofgered generally
do relate specifjcally to solving the brief
- discussion of the related
issues are generalised
- I'm making a...
- expressions used are non
specifjc and holistic
- exploration of any concepts
are general and limited in scope
- lack or clarity or direction
- things just 'appear'
- lack expression
- confusing in understanding
the intent of the MDP
Example: Can be applied to all projects
- the need is clearly related
to societal issue e.g... 'recycling'
- motivation to create PSE is
discussed
- PSE may be an improvement
to an existing product
- stimulus material is
- fgered "surveys, news
articles statistics "In depth discussion shows why the concept needs to be addressed
- PSE showcases skills, career
prospects and pathways are presented with support
- characteristics of the PSE
function or aesthetic appeal are provided
- identifjes a need to gain
knowledge by developing interests, skills, talents
- identifjes a solution in an
attempt to fjx a problem
- modifjcations to the PSE are
suggested to better suit a society e.g. producing the product cheaper
- presents picture collages,
names and states some of the features highlighted
- states the suitability of the
PSE and says it needs to be better
- personal needs and
requirements are cited
- I'm doing this......to
- "Help the family"
- "We need a new one"
- "Can't fjnd it at the shop"
- random ideas are presented
with no structure or vision of what needs to be done
- a need is not well presented
in the folio but evident in the PSE
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- Parameters of Design
- Specify the areas to be considered and the parameters of the design
– For example: size, weight, cost, transportability, time etc
- State what is to be investigated and how it will be investigated
– What are the possibilities? – Can it be made from a variety of materials? – Can it be used for other applications?
- In this section, ensure you focus on the design problem and provide direction for your
MDP .
Areas of investigation*
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Determine if the topics proposed for exploration relate to gaining a solution to the specifjc
need outlined by the candidate.
- Relevance of information vs. padding. Do you feel the candidate is proposing ideas that
will allow them to explore their problem?
- Clear directions for consideration have been provided. Where are they heading? What
have they considered doing to move their project forward?
- What methods have been used to show evidence of investigation?
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Areas of investigation
relevant, relate clearly, direction for further action some relevant, evidence, were investigated identfjes, areas, or shows lists areas, may not, or shows evidence names an area
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- relevant discussion and
explanations provided
- related concepts outline
implications
- many options are presented,
related and clarifjed
- relevant statements depict
the afgect of the issues
- some areas are not really
crucial to solving the problem with relevance not clearly linked
- processes evident in the
project demonstrate that some features have been considered
- some features that relate to
the project are identifjed
- some inappropriate
characteristics may be presented, with limited relevance
- an attempt to apply the
generic Design & Technology features through listing defjnitions
- names a potential
investigation area
Example: Outdoor Table
- all the concepts provided
relate to developing the Project
- each concept is described in
detail and usually clear
- links are drawn from initial
research that will take place
- r direction that will be
explored
- the details ofgered allow the
candidate to continually develop the product
- exploring surface
alternatives
- types are suggested, each
test considered, the most appropriate is chosen
- many other relevant
concepts are explored:
- fasteners
- timbers
- joining techniques
- nly a few of the many
features ofgered are explored in depth and specifjcally relate to the development of the table
- possible alternatives to an
- utdoor fjnish are identifjed
e.g. lacquer, oil, SunGuard paint
- the paint colour card is
circled or highlighted and a colour and paint type chosen randomly
- an Internet screen shot of oil
varieties is included and a few are highlighted
- identifjcation of outdoor
fjnishes may be provided
- generic syllabus terms are
presented
- an attempt to fjt the project
to the syllabus word, e.g. style, cost, materials and ergonomics
- discussion may focus on
these words, but are not related to the project
- the actual PSE provides
evidence that processes have been undertaken
- pictures of tables are evident
within the folio
- associated outline to clarify
the pictures are very brief or non existent
- point form
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- State what the product will have to be able to do to make it successful. Here you must
mention functional and aesthetic qualities which are required from the design to make it successful.
- Your Criteria is what you will use to experiment and testing in the next section.
- State the qualities which are most important and those that are least important.
- State how you are going to determine whether the completed project has been successful
– Ask an expert to give an evaluation, ask your friends, survey the general public or ask the people who the project was designed for.
Criteria to evaluate success*
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Strength and relevance of the criteria with respect to solving the problem.
- Is the proposed problem able to be explored?
- Does the range presented refmect a quality PSE?
- Is a reason ofgered why the candidate feels the criteria is relevant or appropriate to a
successful outcome?
- Some candidates will have quite difgerent expectations to a marker; this does not make
them wrong - they are kids; 1st time designers.
- Will the ideas ofgered help the candidate achieve a solution?
- Know your terms analysis, describe, identify and list.
- Have any methods or tools for measurements been provided?
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Criteria to evaluate success
analyses describes, little analysis briefmy describes, no analysis briefmy describes, some inappropriate lists
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- criteria to determine
the success of the PSE are specifjc and include appropriate analysis
- criteria are ofgered in a logical
sequence with steps for evaluation
- discussion provides the
- pportunity to draw out the
relationship of issues relating to the PSE
- several of the criteria
presented have a direct efgect on the PSE
- discussion and describes
the cause / efgect of the modifjcation to enhance the design
- brief characteristics and
features of proposed concepts that would have an efgect on the PSE if applied
- ideas are presented with no
analysis
- no further development of
the idea is evident
- evidence of an attempt to
sketch out basic methods to evaluate
- some of the information
presented, possibly inappropriate to assess the PSE
- information us listed under
the heading if criteria to establish success
- the relationship to the
projects success not evident
- non specifjc statements
Example: Chair
- concepts of what makes a
successful joint in a piece of furniture are analysed
- joint construction
- stresses from swinging
are movement
- 'timber species
- adhesives
- comfort v's ergonomics
- aesthetics, style,
existing decor, photographs, interviews
- conclusions are clearly
drawn; are suited to....; so now... 'discussion'
- durable chairs have strong
joints...as jarrah is tough!..
- pictures of a strong joint
provided, with some side notes showing little analysis and relationship to criteria
- style, existing furniture at
home! pine matches pine
- evidence supporting
appropriateness
- Mum can easily clean the
surfaces with wipes
- Brief discussion around:
- it's a long lasting chair
- strong joints are
needed....
- fjnish looks good
- fjts in with furniture in our
home
- Brief discussion around:
- it's comfortable to sit in
all day
- fmammability of the
upholstery
- use of waterproof glue in
case it gets wet
- "Will the chair suit the teak
furniture mum has?"
- "I'm staining it brown!"
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- In this section you must explain how you are going to organise your project.
- This section is done as an ongoing documentation of how you manage the MDP
.
- You must provide excellent projection of action and time plans with realistic
expectations.
- Demonstrate proposed and actual with ongoing evaluation explaining why there was a
difgerence
- Establish clear goals or benchmarks on when certain aspects of your MDP had to be
done. – For example: – Term 3 / Week 3 Must have magazine ready for draft print run for HSC Showcase. – By having a draft print run I was able to check how my magazine would look printed, if the place I was outsourcing would do my work on time, check the quality for colour, bleed runs on the borderless requirements I wanted and also a visual check that my layout 'worked'. This also enabled me to have a product for my schools HSC Showcase which was four weeks before my actual submission to the BOSTES.
Action and Time Plan*
- Action Plan:
- This is a list or table of steps you plan to follow to complete the project.
- The action plan should include steps from start to fjnish (i.e from initial design to fjnal
evaluation)
- The action plan should be fmexible to accommodate any future changes as good project
management should allow for a fmexible and adaptive approach.
- Time Plan
- This is a list or table showing the anticipated dates of completion of each step mentioned
in the action plan including start/fjnish, exams, holidays, assessments etc.
- The time plan is designed to keep the project on schedule.
- Plan for proposed and actual.
Finance Plan*
- This should include what fjnance is available (i.e your budget), estimates of costs, actual
costs and a progressive balance.
- The fjnance plan should NOT be a number of receipts collected and totalled at the end.
- Document the fjnance plan as an ongoing exercise.
Project Management*
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- To what degree is the product, system or environment fjnished?
- Does the planning ofger room to explore?
- A working document, evidence of planning and development.
- Does any evaluation presented relate to development of the PSE?
- What plans and level of planning is presented e.g. Is the budget realistic or just numbers
- n a page? Are they plucked from a sky budget vs. researched prices?
- Are the ideas presented plans or documentation of events that occurred?
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Action, time and fjnance plans and their application
and evaluates, clear evidence A,T&F and some evidence application formulates and applies, and /
- r, and / or
some evidence of application not evident
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- plans formulated and relate
to enhancing the project's progression
- the impact of planning is
discussed with respect to the PSE
- plans aid in the progression
- f the PSE and have specifjc
relevance / application to the PSE
- plans are formulated and a
clear efgect is evident
- discussion of the impacts of
some parts of the planning is basic
- not all the plans are evenly
evidenced, but PSE completed
- quality / completed plans
substantiated planning
- formulates and applies one
- r all the plans
- evidence of planning can be
taken from the project
- and attempt to create plans
- some evidence of action or
time or fjnance planning
- some evidence may be
evident in any part of the presented MDP
- evidence of planning is not
displayed in the MDP
Example: iPad application
- considerable pre planning
with genuine application of the plans
- record of changes with many
modifjcations to A, T and F plans
- clear evaluation of the three
plans
- reasons for changes are
closely related to the improvement of the PSE
- this is a real working
document, recording sequencing, additions, and alterations. Inclusions gathered and issues arise that are not previously considered
- pre planned actions and
time allocation with a clear breakdown of some possible costs
- evidence is in the fjnal
PSE and also suitably documented
- prices and time frames
culminates in a form of sequencing
- simple pre planned actions
- r a basic budget outlined
as a maximum expense of $100.00
- alternate software are
considered for purchase, the school package is utilised
- n-line prices are quoted
- any or all of the plans are
incomplete or generic
- some indication of a
product being developed
- eg. a model, test, prototype,
sketch, annotations
- PSE may be incomplete, but
evidence of materials being purchased
- some evidence of a time
action or fjnance statement presented in the early section of the supporting material
- written evidence not
provided
- r
- the project demonstrates
simplistic actions via material/s
- r
- funds are spent on some
resources
- r
- some action evident in the
PSE
Project Development & Realisation
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Make sure your Folio is 'user friendly', consider point form where appropriate and use spacing between your lines of information to make it easier to read and digest information. Consider:
- What sections should be written
and
- What will be better represented using a QR code.
- Don't include irrelevant information or repetitive material and content..it will only make
markers suspicious!
_____________________ Evidence of Creativity *
- Creativity is the inventiveness needed to bring into being something from nothing.
- Here you should exhibit innovation in the use of ideas, materials and techniques.
- This may be demonstrated in the modifjcation of a previous design or in the development
- f a totally new concept as a result of practical problem solving.
- Ideas generation
– Explain why the idea is creative and how the idea was generated
- Degree of Difgerence
– Demonstrate how your creative ideas are difgerent from existing ideas.
- Exploration of existing ideas
– Show evidence of what you did to explore existing ideas
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Has project been related to known benchmarks with modifjcations and innovation?
- Similarities and difgerences to the existing market/benchmarks?
- Sketching and annotating to evolve and develop the ideas.
- Creativity is shown/discussed/demonstrated or applied.
- Real evolution of PSE, prototypes, models and ideas.
_____________________ Consideration of design factors relevant to the Major Design Project*
- Here you should critically analyse a wide range of design factors (such as fjnance,
ergonomics, safety (WHS), quality, function, aesthetics etc) which are relevant to your MDP .
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Generic syllabus list of DT terms if used must be specifjc to project.
- Links the relevance to obtaining a solution.
- Variety or range of concepts presented.
- Presents, explores, reveals and relates the factors.
- Relative and important factors are considered.
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Evidence of creativity -ideas generation, degree of difference and exploration of existing ideas
substantial application application some some evidence and / or limited evidence and / or
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- evidence of substantial
creativity via ideas, concepts, processes or materials
- high quality sketches
generated communicating concept / idea development
- ideas have been explored
and developed in logical progression
- fjnal design refmects
signifjcant development
- a good idea or concept
demonstrating application
- f creativity, refmected in
exploration
- range of sketches presented
demonstrated in the development section of documentation
- exploration displays
application of design changes have been undertaken
- creativity is evident through
a revisited idea or concept
- some sketches have
been generated showing development
- some changes are evident
but not necessarily
- bserved as being positive
in the PSE's development
- attempts made to show an
idea
- rough sketches or simple
modifjcations to a picture / existing design
- very basic changes made to
the picture / ideas
- diffjculty in seeing creativity
in the MDP
- no sketches of modifjcations
ideas / concepts
- the idea presented may
show simplistic modifjcation
Example: Multimedia Eco-friendly house
- eco friendly ideas are clearly
evident and have specifjc relevance to the intended PSE
- ideas are extensive and
logical in progression / exploration
- storage of grey water tanks
are aesthetically positioned, retaining walls, hanging gardens and free range chicken environments
- demonstrates application of
ICT skills, using architectural software to develop creative ideas / concepts / features relevant to the direction of the PSE
- produces concepts
including solar recycling, insulation aspects
- uses 3 difgerent applications
to develop a rendered graphic of part of the house
- some images created in
Google Sketch Up relating to solar panel positioning or double glazed windows
- pictures of houses are
provided with eco friendly concepts installed
- eg a house picture with
solar heating and rainwater tanks
- a list of some names of eco
concepts
- solar its cheap, insulation
for a warmer house
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Consideration of design factors relevant to the Major Design Project
analyse a range describes a range describes some
some evidence, most relevant
limited, few relevant
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- a logical analysis of a range
- f factors are explored in
detail
- conclusions are drawn and
applied to enhance the PSE
- a clear link to the intent of
the MDP is evident
- majority of the points raised
are critical to the success of the PSE
- a description of many
factors are included with appropriate discussion
- most points are well
described and may include detail about the efgect in relation to the PSE
- clear application of design
evident in the MDP
- descriptions of design
features included
- factors described display
appropriate understanding
- some factors show
relevance when applied to the PSE
- some factors are evidenced
in the MDP
- some application is evident
- factors tend to be the
generic descriptions and tend to be not directly related to the PSE
- some terms may be cited
with minimal evidence of relevance
- diffjcult to draw any
relationship to the development of the project
- no written evidence, but
development in testing or in the PSE
Example: Multimedia Eco-friendly house
- energy usage vs. cost and
comparisons of usage to peak periods
- house location to manage
the climatic efgects of summer and winter sun
- linking shade of verandahs
to sun entry through big windows
- therefore a results is
explained an impact on the concept is verifjed
- a range of relevant features
are described in detail, clearly evidenced
- recycle water because....
- insulation reduces heating
costs this will save
- rainwater is collected
in tanks pre installed under the deck used in fjre emergencies, weekly watering and as taoilet fmushing
- description of some factors
that relate well to the PSE.
- discussion may not be
detailed in all of the cited factors
- recycling water conserves
depleting natural resources
- insulation cuts down on
power costs
- information is given with
some relevance seen in the PSE
- recycle saves the planet
- insulation keeps you warm
- the house costs a lot of
money
- generic syllabus terms are
listed, with limited evidence
- f linking to the PSE
- related term/s provided eg
style is attempted to be applied to eco house
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- Document all research done such as:
– Consulting journals, book, past research, magazines etc – Consulting experts - that can be your teachers, Mrs Hampson, Mr Garlato, Mrs Mutch and Mr Le – Seeking out previous designs and solutions – Don't 'pad out' this section, keep it concise!
- Design Ideas
– show how you researched, experimented and tested your design ideas.
- Materials
– Describe the experiments and tests you conducted to determine the most appropriate materials for your MDP
- Tools
– Describe the experiments and tests you conducted to determine the most appropriate techniques (= methods or processes) to use for your MDP
- Techniques
– Describe the experiments and tests you conducted to determine the most appropriate tools to use for your MDP
- All testing is against your criteria that you established back in your Project Proposal
- Document all experimentation and testing, record all your results and make sure that you
write down all conclusions from all tests under these headings: – Aim – Method – Result – Conclusion
- Document the overall conclusion from these tests and ensure you have 'Progressive
Evaluation' in this section.
- Sometimes your experimentation and testing may simply involve asking an expert and
testing that advice, asking a teacher or using prior skills in another course you have studied...Multimedia or Textiles Technology etc back in Year 9-10.
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Varied types and sources of research presented.
- Appropriate testing to aid evolution and solution to the problem.
- Evidence presented aids development and production of the PSE
- Relevant research conducted.
- True evaluation of testing and research to develop the PSE.
- Clear and concise presentation of fjndings.
- The related testing may enhance the practical skills.
- The design solution has been tested throughout its evolution.
Appropriate research and experimentation of materials, tools, techniques and testing of design solutions*
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Appropriate research and experimentation of materials, tools, techniques and testing of design solutions
evaluates, a range and testing evaluates, appropriate, & testing evaluates some, and / or testing evaluates and/or, limited, and/or experimentation and / or testing minimal evidence, few relevant
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- research is clearly
responsible for the progression and refjnement
- f the fjnal design presented
- a wide range of sources are
used to collect data
- both experiments / tests
documented aid in the quality of the fjnal product
- research conducted and
documented aids in the development of the PSE
- sources tend to be confjned
to a few sources eg internet and maybe a newspaper article
- many of the tests or
experiments can be seen in the PSE
- some research is evident
and evaluated
- usually confjned to the
internet only
- evidence of the application
- f the results of a test or
experiment may be found in the fjnal PSE
- you may fjnd some research
- f a similar nature in the
PSE
- the results of a decision or
experiment not necessarily documented may be evident in the fjnal product
- research is provided in the
documentation it may be irrelevant to the fjnished product
- tests are usually non related
- fjnd evidence in the PSE
Example: Eco-friendly house Water usage
- works through concepts
such as: location, heating, cooling, windows and verandah size / location
- introduces solar panels
for water and power, passive heating via sun and methods of insulation
- evaluates appropriately, with
modifjcations applied and evidenced in the PSE
- level of discussion,
elaborates use of tools, materials, techniques and testing of design solutions
- all closely related to the
design solution
- research of a range of
relevant concepts eg water tanks, watering systems, grey water usuage
- systems are incorporated
into models and architectural drawings
- processes evidenced
with application of tools, materials and techniques relating to the design process
- looks at alternate water
recycling options, applying some aspects of each method
- a method is evidenced in
the model and in design drawings
- some software packages
trialled
- brochures on water tanks
are evident, considering the
- utside colour
- some pictures may also be
included with highlights and some notations about the height / size of the water tanks
- Google Sketch Up pages
with the tank moved in each presented view without supporting information
- minimal written evidence
is diffjcult to follow and includes a few images from the internet about eco- houses and / or
- PSE ofgers evidence that
decisions must have been made to test a design solution and / or
- evidence of gathering
materials for the MDP
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- This section is where you document how you applied the conclusions from research,
experimentation and testing to the design and production of the MDP .
- Direct the marker to that part or parts of the project which has been modifjed as a result
- f research, experimentation and testing.
- You should also relate the conclusion/s to the 'criteria to evaluate success' and these
conclusion/s should be used to improve the MDP .
Application of conclusions*
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Application of conclusions
drawn from research, and experimentation and design solution some application, and experimentation, and / or design solution
some selective, and/or, and/
- r
limited selective, and/or, and/
- r
minimal, and/or, and/or
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- many conclusions are drawn
from a variety of sources and cover a range of design issues and concepts
- a direct relationship to the
testing or experimentation is shown with evidence of application
- successful outcomes
are applied to the PSE enhancing the design
- negative results cater for
the opportunity for further investigation or alternate concepts or designs
- several valid conclusions are
clearly explained allowing for some application to the PSE in possible direction
- changes made, were a
direct result of conclusions drawn in experimentation and / or testing
- evidence of some
application of conclusions evident in the MDP
- some conclusions have
been applied and linked appropriately to the PSE
- a link to the results of
research and / or testing and / or experiments are evident
- application of some of these
are evidenced in the PSE
- displays limited concepts
that may aid project development
- limited conclusions are
applied to the PSE
- the relationship between
experimentation and / or testing and / or research is not well defjned or inappropriately applied
- minimal application is
evident in either the written
- r PSE form
- links between research and
/ or experimentation and / or testing appears with minimal support to the intended PSE
- minimal evidence may be
drawn from the PSE
Example: Boat ramp algae scrubber
- many relevant ideas
/ concepts are tested appropriately
- prototypes are constructed
and tested appropriately to further direct the PSE
- evidence may be collected
with time lapse photography
- tests are revised and
modifjed to try to enhance the cleaning process
- nly the best conclusions
are evident in the fjnal product
- several brushes are
purchased
- bristle length and
coarseness, shape, joining techniques are tested and photographed
- choices made are based
- n the evidence collected
- ver the testing period
- size of ramp, brush
bristles, tide movement are photographed
- charactersistics of ideas
are presented but not always applied to the enhancement of the PSE
- some selective
application is evident without the link to the research or testing communicated
- limited statements
supporting issues raised:
- size of the ramp
- tide movements
- bristles on brushes
- these ideas are
mentioned without an understanding of purpose
- r potential
- experiment of photos of
before and after using a brush to scrub the moss
- fg the ramp
- a photo of a broom on
the boat ramp and / or
- states that the scrubber
will clean the ramp and / or
- brush bristles stifgness
acknowledgment
- shows a few more photos
with minimal link to the PSE
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Identification and justification of ideas and resources used*
- Information for this section is based on the results and research, experimentation and
testing.
- This section must be completed for both resources and ideas and is done as an ongoing
entry throughout the MDP , and should include: – descriptions of the resources/ideas – possible alternative resources/ideas – the selected resources/ideas – justifjcation (=reasons) why the resources/ideas were selected
- Resources include information (from research), materials, tools and techniques,
knowledge and skills form experts, energy, time, fjnance etc.
- It is in this area that you justify work that has been completed by outside sources. If you
are completing an MDP using a print company, this is where you justify it. Whether it is your Project or your Folio, if you are outsourcing the printing.....this is where you tell the marker and why you outsourced.
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Ideas and resources are presented with appropriate reasons relating to a solution to the
candidates problem.
- Relevance to the projects outcome and development.
- Does generic evidence relates to the specifjc problem?
- Explanations are presented to show why the correct choice was made.
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Identifjcation and justifjcation of ideas and resources used
justifjes and explains and describes, and / or resources describes, some ideas, and / lists few ideas, and / or
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- both the ideas considered
and resources used in the development of the PSE are learly related
- analysis is understaken
to justify / support their inclusion in the development process
- the causes or efgect of
using an idea or resource in the design process are documented
- clear link between the ieads
and resources used to the intent of the PSE
- characteristics and features
are presented for either ideas or resources used and / or
- resources identifjed are
evident as being used in the development of PSE
- brief descriptions are
evident, relating to ideas
- evidence is seen in the
dvelopment of the PSE and / or
- resources are used in the
PSE
- lists a few ideas, evident in
the MDP and / or
- evidence of a few reaources
in the MDP
Example: Motorbike service stand The MIG welder
- A TIG welder is not at
school so Dad has one at work and has the skill to produce a high quality fjllet
- weld. This will ensure the
safe operation of the stand
- ver a long working life.
- In my experimentation you
can see the poor quality I could only achieve on the school's arc weld.
- The products integrity must
be maintained so I have decided to outsource the welding.
- the ARC welder will be used
because it will produce a quality weld, its fast, strong and I can use it
- the voltage setting will need
to be considered to allow for the thin wall thickness of the tube to be welded
- test pieces of thin and thick
wall tube used with cause and efgect cited
- sketches of ideas showing
stability explaining.....
- a good description of the
drill press given. This will produce the adjustment holes for changing height
- Steel is presented as the
product most likely to be used
- I'm not a good welder but
will practise.
- The printer was used to
create the folio.
- a welder will join the stand
- together. I have seen it
being used at school.
- steel tube is shiny and its is
strong and it will hold up my motor bike
- evidence in test samples of
fjnal PSE
- 'it took a long time to source
materials at Bunnings'
- I'm going to stick it together
with the weld
- I have seen Dad use one at
home
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The Folio must communicate all aspects of the design, production and evaluation process related to your MDP including concept drawings, working technical drawings, models, prototypes, videos, presentation graphics, audio voice overs etc.
- It is advisable to include at least dimensional drawing (preferably CAD), a rendered
presentation drawing and freehand concept sketches. This is dependant on what type of project you are completing...Timber Project is VERY difgerent to a Media Project.
- This is an area that will be demonstrated throughout your Folio...how well have your
communicated your ideas and how well have you presented them....think variety, sketches, overlay sketches, QR codes etc.)
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Does the MDP show clarity and is it succinct?
- Presentation and story easy to follow and understand.
- Does it contribute to the level of practical skills demonstrated?
- Documentation should be related to the PSE presented, eg for a piece of furnitire -
workshop drawings, cutting list would be necessary.
Use of communication and presentation techniques*
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Use of communication and presentation techniques
succinctly, range, quality varied, appropriate, concise appropriate limited range minimal
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- a wide range of
communication and presentation techniques are used
- methods implemented are
succinct
- written / visual
communication methods exhibit quality
- a variety of communication
techniques are used to present information
- information is appropriate
and concisely documented
- techniques used allow for
clarity in interpretation PSE development
- appropriate communication
techniques are used in the presentation of MDP
- communication may not be
sequential of fully logical in layout
- information provided
supports the PSE
- limited range of
communication techniques are used
- quality of presentation
techniques limited in scope
- minimal documentation or
presentation to support the PSE
- techniques used prevents
understanding of design process undertaken
Example: Architectural model Walkthrough Drawings
- quality walk through-3D
evidence
- model is prepared in quality
materials and industry standard
- relevant and concise
information Australian Standards drawings
- quality fjnal design prints
for all sections of the design development process
- detailed and annotated
sketches
- appropriate 3D scale model
- printed and themed folio
- clear information formats eg
mind maps, video, photos
- walkthrough exhibits
appropriate using skills and techniques
- CAD / technical drawings
- interviews / videos for
research
- model and drawings
relevant
- model exhibits limited
information about the design process followed and it's link to the MDP proposal
- confusion between reality
and modelling
- disjointed folio which is
diffjcult to comprehend the direction in the design process
- PSE presented with a few
pages of folio content
- communication is not logical
- r ordered
- a model exists with minimal
refmection of the MDP
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- The Folio should have a record of the application of the skills you have utilised during the
development of the MDP .
- These my be recorded under the above heading, in a diary, in a table, as a list with well
labelled photos, via a series of models or samples or by video.
- The MDP should refmect well-documented and high quality practical skills.
Application of practical skills to the practical project:
- It is advisable to direct the marker to particular aspects of your MDP which demonstrate
skilful, high quality work.
- For example, if you have stated that one skill you used was the application of a high
quality gloss fjnish to your project, the marker will inspect the MDP to check whether you have been successful in achieving such a fjnish. Remember
- You must 'show ofg your design ideas and skills via your Folio and Project.'...impress
them....
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Practical projects depends on the brief or what the student was trying to achieve eg a
stage dress/costume does not need perfect sewing techniques.
- The range of processes have taken place to produce the PSE.
- Management, communication and construction techniques are evident in the solution
presented by the student.
- Evidence in prototypes and modelling and use of programs/software or machines.
Evidence and application of practical skills*
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Evidence and application of practical skills
evaluates, a range and testing evaluates, appropriate, & testing evaluates some, and / or testing evaluates and/or, limited, and/or experimentation and / minimal evidence, few relevant
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- research is clearly
responsible for the progression and refjnement
- f the fjnal design presented
- a wide range of sources are
used to collect data
- both experiments / tests
documented aid in the quality of the fjnal product
- research conducted and
documented aids in the development of the PSE
- sources tend to be confjned
to a few sources eg internet and maybe a newspaper article
- many of the tests or
experiments can be seen in the PSE
- some research is evident
and evaluated
- usually confjned to the
internet only
- evidence of the application
- f the results of a test or
experiment may be found in the fjnal PSE
- you may fjnd some research
- f a similar nature in the
PSE
- the results of a decision or
experiment not necessarily documented may be evident in the fjnal product
- research is provided in the
documentation it may be irrelevant to the fjnished product
- tests are usually non related
- fjnd evidence in the PSE
Example: Web page design
- skills are clearly evident
through software use and the extent of web page developed features
- these skills are documented
and appropriate in the high quality fjnal PSE
- website is fully functional,
containing complex features with a seamless, user friendly feel
- full development concepts
are well supported in the folio
- detailed knowledge of
technology exhibited
- embedded sound, graphics,
text, video and You Tube downloads
- a variety of easy to navigate
links are presented
- skills exhibited although
sound, lack technical understanding of web page design
- functional web page with a
variety and features
- home page is produced with
some navigation capabilities
- home page lists links
information is cut and paste to create a part of PSE
- pages works well,
although navigation a little cumbersome
- web based software used to
produce a page with basic evidence of what skills have adopted in the development
- f the PSE
- selected features of the
navigation are unable to link to cited associated sections
- some links identifjed
exhibits a basic understanding of web page design
- minimal pieces of
information, tests, research and / or the use of resources to develop an
- pening web page
- colour utilised with minimal
functional capacity
- use of existing web sites
evident in parts
Project Evaluation
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In this section, you are required to provide evidence of continual evaluation throughout the development and realisation of the Major Design Project. This also includes linking back to the original criteria developed in the Project Proposal and Project Management section to evaluate the success of the project. Your elements of Project Evaluation can be voice recorded over the production of your project using QR technology. This would be an innovative way of demonstrating the use of emerging technology and I would suggest you also say that!! Highlight to the markers why you are using QR code. Remember you are allowed a total of SIX MINUTES of viewing time.
BOSTES Guidelines:
Can a folio or part of a folio be presented electronically?
- Yes. If a part of the project can be described better using a multimedia tool rather than on
paper, some or all of the following may be included:
- a short video of an operating system
- hyperlinks, as a single layer, to a description of a technology that will inform markers
- links to other websites or URLs only where a direct reference is appropriate.
Note that a paper-based ‘back-up’ should be available in case the technology does not work
- n the day of marking, for example in the case of a blackout or computer failure.
What are the requirements for folios that have multimedia as well as paper-based folio materials? For folios that contain both paper-based and multimedia material, the paper parts of the folio must comply with the format requirements and the multimedia parts of the folio must not exceed six minutes of viewing time in total. This time limit does not apply to a multimedia product; however it is strongly recommended that a multimedia product does not extend beyond around 10 minutes. In many cases, the skills demonstrated in the fjrst 10 minutes are suffjcient for marking and longer presentations are unnecessary. Can hyperlinks to visual or audio content be included if the folio is submitted in electronic format? If an e-folio is submitted, it should be accompanied by a paper version to ensure that the project can be marked even if there is a failure in the technology, and so markers can easily determine if the folio is within the folio parameters. Any hyperlinks included will be counted as part of the six minutes maximum viewing time. What if the folio includes CAD drawings, video or a photo-story presented on a computer? These are all considered to be part of the multimedia component of the folio and will be included in the six-minute maximum viewing limit.
Project Evaluation
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Evaluation should occur at every stage of the MDP - systems, processes and decisions throughout the MDP . This section is worth 10 marks in your HSC MDP .
- The marker will want to see evidence of clear evaluation of systems, processes and
decisions throughout the MDP
- To do this you can either make a list in this section of all the times (dates) you made an
evaluation about materials, design, procedures etc. during the project
- r
- You can direct the marker via this section to the relevant evaluation on a particular page
- f the folio under the heading:
Progressive Evaluation
Application of evaluation
- Use this section of your folio to direct the marker to a particular aspect of your practical
project to demonstrate that the results of an evaluation have been utilised on the MDP .
- The project should show evidence that the evaluation has been applied (e.g. if the
progressive evaluation found that a part needed to be added to your project to improve appearance, then that must be visible on the project)
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Ongoing conclusions and decision-making, solutions are ofgered.
- Sequential evolution of the project is evident.
- Problems arise, solutions are ofgered. The story moves on. Evidence of decisions are
seen in the fjnal PSE and holistic evidence is shown.
Recording and application of evaluation proccedures thoughout the design project* ◊
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Recording and application of evaluation procedures throughout the design project
critically, entire development evaluates some, entire development judges, some, through stages describes, little justifjcation,
- r exhibits evaluation in
describes, without justifjcation, or provides
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
- a degree or level of accuracy
in depth of knowledge / understanding of the PSE throughout development
- components are identifjed
and the relationship between them are drawn out and implications related
- some aspects within the
PSE development are identifjed and are related to the success of the PSE
- statements are consistently
presented throughout the development of the PSE
- some attributes of the PSE
are supported some with some discussion
- statements tend to be not
well evidenced and appear in some sections for the development of the PSE
- descriptions of factors that
afgect the PSE are not well linked
- little justifjcation is provided
and / or
- evidence can be identifjed in
the PSE
- description without any
supporting documentation and / or
- evidence that decisions
were made is identifjed in the PSE
Example: Multimedia animation
- conclusions to research,
experimentation & testing
- refmection of progress and
change of direction should be considered Identifjed as:
- captions at appropriate
locations in the folio which exhibits a higher order of expression
- voice overs, in a multimedia
presentation, to critically evaluate animation 'takes' could demonstrate a critical analysis of most aspects of the PSE
- an account of feedback
from a professional, or a mentor, used to infmuence further decisions relating to the development of the level
- f accuracy and/or depth of
knowledge demonstrated in the application of evaluation
- provides constructive
judgements based on criteria presented
- this may be a range of
software options evaluated in terms of suitability for the development of the PSE
- similar judgements will be
made on other aspects
- f the PSE (eg, character
forms, scripts, background formats) throughout its entire development)
- at certain stages of the
development of the PSE a commentary could be presented
- "this software works best
for me because I created this character in only 30 minutes)
- r
- "from the testing of difgerent
styles of fonts I chose Comic Sans because...."
- Adobe Premiere will be the
best software for me to use because we have it at school, 'products'
- similar comments will be
connected to other aspects
- f the PSE
- r
- evaluations (judgements
based on criteria) may be evident, on occasion, in the development of the PSE
- "the combination of
background colours look great"
- r
- the PSE refmects some
judgements that would have been made
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- Function refer to whether the fjnished project works and how well it works according to
the ‘Criteria to Evaluate Success section in the Project Proposal.
- Aesthetic refers to whether the project design is pleasing to the eye of yourself and other
people according to the ‘Criteria to Evaluate Success’ section in the Project Proposal
- In this section you must analyse (= discuss features of various parts) and evaluate (=
advantages/disadvantages, improvements needed) functional and aesthetic aspects
- f the MDP mentioned in the ‘Criteria to Evaluate Success’ section and state whether
specifjc criteria have been achieved.
- Consider both positive and negative aspects.
- Use this section of the folio to direct the marker to a particular aspect of your MDP to
indicate that the functional and aesthetic aspects are present and analysed.
- Markers will actually require your project to function as specifjed during the time they are
marking.
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Attributes relate to solving the problem originally presented.
- Evidence in the PSE and the ongoing evaluations
- Are functaional and asesthetic issues presented?
- Honest comments about the PSE.
Analysis and evaluation of functional and aesthetic aspects
- f the design * ◊
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Analysis and evaluation of functional and aesthetic aspects of design
analyses and critically evaluates functional & aesthetics explains functional and aesthetics describes some functional, and / or aesthetics describes functional, and / or aesthetic names a functional, or aesthetic
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
- provides clear evidence of
a high depth of knowledge and understanding of both aesthetic and functional aspects of the PSE
- variety of aspects are
addressed logically linked appropriately to the PSE
- balanced, well reasoned
information is provided
- aesthetic and functional
issues provided, relating cause and efgect of cited aspects relating closely to the PSE
- some characteristics or
features of functional and /
- r aesthetical aspects of the
PSE
- further direction or actions
to be taken may not provide a clear link to the PSE
- characteristics are provided
for an aesthetical
- r
- a functional aspect of the
PSE
- identifjcation of a functional
- r
- an aesthetical aspect is
provided
Example: Architectural model of a light-rail station
- most aspects of the
design are broken down into elements and clear implications given
- depth of knowledge is
clearly demonstrated
- example of one aspect in
terms of:
- Function- 'The included
disable ramp has a gradient
- f 1:20 which, according to
Australian Standards, will enable wheelchairs, both manual and motorised, to access the platform
- for the elderly and people
with physical disabilities the hand rail provides confjdence to access the platform, via the ramp, instead of using the steps
- explanation of 6-10+
functional and aesthetic aspects
- example: 'A ramp with a
hand rail is included so that people with a range of disabilities can access the platform.'
- example: 'The colour
scheme os the station will encourage young people to use trains instead of driving, therefore, less young people will drive cars, in so reducing pollution and the risk of car crashes'
- Function
- The platform has a ramp
for disabled people.
- The station has toilets
with one for people will need a wheelchair.
- Aesthetics:
- The bright colours have
been used to attract young people to use trains.
- The station building is
modern and is an attractive style.
- Photographs may describe
functional aspects
- Function
- The platform is large
enough to fjt lots of people and a train
- Aesthetics:
- Brightly coloured
buildings will appeal to young people.
- Photographs may describe
a functional aspect.
- the platform can hold
people waiting for a train
- attractive colours make the
building look good
- the presented PSE may
demonstrate a functional aspect
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- State whether the fjnished project meets the intended needs and if specifjc criteria,
mentioned in the Project Proposal, have been met.
- State the possible impact of your MDP on society (i.e. on other people in the community)
and the environment (i.e. the natural and man made surroundings both local and global) Society:
- Will your project make people fjtter, happier, healthier, more aware, friendlier, safe, less
stressed, prettier, have to do less work, more content, freer, have more self esteem, more skilful, have more freedom if handicapped etc. Environment:
- Will your project make the environment cleaner, more or less polluted, ore self-sustaining?
- Will your project make people more aware and more conscious of preserving a cleaner,
greener environment?
- Will your project help sustain or promote plants and animals thus help limit the impact of
man on the environment
- Will any resources (such as oils, dyes, glues, chemicals etc.), which were used in the
manufacture of your project, afgect the environment?
- Also consider, what environment will your project be in.
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- Showing an awareness of the direct implications as well as the wider.
- Realistic and genuine impact the PSE makes.
- Make sure all three areas are addressed.
Final evaluation with respect to the project's impact on the individual, society and the environment * ◊
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Final evaluation with respect to the project's impact on the individual society and the environment
critically evaluates the impact explains the impact
describes the impact individual, and /
- r environment or exhibits evidence...
environment
briefmy describes the impacts, without explanation minimal and / or inaccurate description of the impact...
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
- identifjes a range of ways
the PSE impacts on the individual, society and the environment
- draws out the relationships
between them
- demonstrates an in-depth
and clear understanding of their PSE's impact
- therefore, because, as a
result of, are the key linking words frequently cited
- cause and efgect of issues
are developed
- relationship of the issues to
the PSE are clarifjed
- characteristics or features
- f issues afgecting us are
presented on either the individual, society or the environment
- ne area may be clear or
better presented than others
- PSE may exhibit evidence
that an issue was explored
- some characteristics are
presented relating to the impact of the PSE on the individual and / or
- society
and / or
- the environment
- minimal or inaccurate
descriptions are ofgered on any issue
Example: Mountain bike riding instructional vide
- detailed analysis of
benefjts of riding mountain bikes correctly (fjtness, safety, social interaction and interaction with the environment) drawn from in- depth knowledge of sport
- break down of possible
negative impacts to the environment caused by mountain bike riding in the bush. Implications are counteracted by a promotion of respect and awareness conveyed in the voice over sections of the video
- present concerns about
changing trends in society where people are not exercising suffjciently and the benefjts of bike riding should be promoted more widely Society/Individuals
- explanation in general terms
the benefjts of mountain bike riding (improved fjtness, redirect youths' focus from the streets and/
- r video games)
Environment
- explanation of the negative
impacts of biking in the bush (leaving rubbish behind and damaging vegetation), but draws from a fairly narrow view Society/Individuals
- 'Bike riding will keep you
fjt, keep youth ofg the streets and away from video games' Environment
- 'Mountain bike riders should
take their rubbish with them and not drop it around the bush
- the video may contain
images of litter in the bush as evidence that impact
- n the environment was
considered Society/Individuals
- 'Mountain bike riding is one
- f the best ways to keep fjt'.
Environment
- 'Mountain bikes don't cause
any pollution'. Society/Individuals
- voice overs, on video may
list/name benefjts of riding bikes Environment
- mention that mountain bike
riding doesn't cayuse any impact to the environment
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Questions worth answering:
- Does my solution solve the problem, satisfy the need or respond to the identifjed opportu-
nity?
- What are its strengths and weaknesses?
- How well did I manage my project?
- What would I like to change? Why?
- What do other people think of my solution?
Finally, the HSC marker will answer these two questions: In relation to the student’s Project Proposal:
- 1. Do I feel that the MDP does perform the intended function?
- 2. Does it do it well?
Indicators the HSC markers look for:
- An evolving design showing a solution to the problem.
- What you see is what the candidate started out to do?
- Relevance of decisions made or alternatives are addressed.
- Ties are made between the original concept and the fjnal solution presented.
- 6 minute video can say a lot without having written words.
- Presenting the PSE in a situation being used. Testing is evident.
Relationship of the final product, system of environment to the project proposal * ◊
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Relationship of the fjnal product, system or environment to the project proposal
analyses the relationship...to criteria compares the relationship...to criteria checks the PSE, with little of no explanation checks the PSE, against some criteria, without explanation does not clearly relate the PSE to criteria
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
- criteria for success are
clearly presented
- components of each criteria
are identifjed
- relationships are explored
between the criteria and the completed PSE
- consideration of the
difgerences and similarities from start to completion of the PSE are presented
- some issues will be
considered by outlining the implications
- sketches out in general
terms attempting to show the PSE is related to the proposal
- identifjed the main concepts
- fgered in the project
proposal
- minimal detail to statement
- some criteria are checked
- fg as addressed
- a tick system is common
- no discussion is ofgered
- There is not really any
relationship of criteria presented in the proposal to the resulting PSE
Example: Costume jewellery from reused cutlery items
- clear and direct relationships
- f the PSE to the criteria
with judgements relating to successes (including unsuccessful attempts)
- success supported by
professional and / or target marker appraisal
- details of elements from
criteria for success are examined alongside
- utcomes of the fjnal
product which could be demonstrated through photographs and videos
- accurately, honestly, relates
judgements to the criteria
- provides links between all
criteria and the fjnal product justifying, and explaining, how or why the design has been successful
- priority of successes from
most to least important may be illustrated and justifjed
- peer surveying could be
used to make judgements
- key aspects relating criteria
to the fjnal product could be highlighted in photographs and explained
- citing of all criteria and
links it to the fjnal product describing its successes
- explanations will be minimal.
- 'The jewellery will function
exactly the way it's meant to because it can be worn
- n both formal and casual
- ccasions'.
- broadly checks selective
criteria against the fjnal product outcomes
- may rename of introduce
criteria not stated in proposal
- descriptions will be brief,
possibly listing successes
- product can refmect some
- f the criteria for success
without supporting documentation
- success may be listed
without relationships to the project proposal