16 MODULE 1: TERM 1 – Introducing the world of design


Activity 7: Essay writing


1. Give a title to the above 3D structure. 2.


Identify the mood or ‘look and feel’ of this piece.


3. Use abstract nouns to describe what you see and feel. 4. 5.


Identify the materials used and method of construction. Motivate your answer.


In line with your given title, motivate the choice and use of materials, shape, colour, texture and line.


6. What do you think of this 3D piece? Motivate your answer.


Some qualities of a good designer


A champion designer …


has a strong work ethic, perseverance, is disciplined, is self-motivated, leads by example, is a problem solver, is a stra- tegic planner, is a conceptual and cre- ative thinker, is innovative and thinks out of the box, is an effective communicator of ideas and able to deliver within strict deadlines, is someone who can work well


with others, is socially and environmen- tally responsible, designs to improve the


life standards of others, develops perceptual skills and sensory aware- ness, is reflective – reviews and revis- es ideas and solutions – is someone who strives to develop high-quality products, understands the importance of a strong business structure, is someone who can identify with a variety of target markets, is someone who is hungry for knowledge and continues to learn. Take all the key words and place it in a place where you can constantly remind yourself to develop and work towards developing these qualities.


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WHAT IS DESIGN?


An example of the “Ice Breaker” done by a Grade 10 learner


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