Why do we need to research before designing?

In this lesson, we will learn how to research different topics to better understand how to create a suitable design. We will also learn the difference between primary and secondary research. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.

Why do we need to research before designing?

In this lesson, we will learn how to research different topics to better understand how to create a suitable design. We will also learn the difference between primary and secondary research. Please note this lesson will require some additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper, to fully participate. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised if equipment is required.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. carry out research, using surveys and web-based resources

Equipment

Computer / iPad with internet access, mouse, ruler, paper

Content guidance

  • Equipment requiring safe usage.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended.

Licence

This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.

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5 Questions

Q1.
True or false, research helps designers to create better quality products?
False
Correct answer: True
Q2.
True or false, an architect is someone who designs buildings and structures?
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
Which of the following materials is most commonly used to build houses?
Correct answer: Brick
Cotton
Paper
Stainless Steel
Q4.
Which areas of a house does food preparation take place in?
Bathroom
Bedroom
Garage
Correct answer: Kitchen
Q5.
What is the correct name given to 2 connected houses?
Apartment
Bungalow
Detracted
Correct answer: Semi-detached

5 Questions

Q1.
A design brief is written by a designer when?
At the end of a design project
Correct answer: At the start of a design project
In the middle of a design project
Q2.
True or false, an architect is someone who designs buildings and structures?
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
What 4 things must be included in any good design brief?
Correct answer: What
When
Correct answer: Where
Whilst
Correct answer: Who
Correct answer: Why
Q4.
Which 1 of the following is not a primary research source?
Correct answer: Books and magazines
Interviews
Product analysis
Testing
Q5.
True or false, secondary research means finding out information that another person has already completed?
Correct answer: False
True

Lesson appears in

UnitDesign and technology / 3D computer aided design

Design and technology