Shoelace Assist

thingiverse

This appears to be a detailed lesson plan for an engineering and design class. The focus is on students designing and prototyping shoes with accessibility features. Here's a breakdown of the key points: **Lesson 1:** * Students brainstorm and prototype two different designs for accessible shoes. * They test their prototypes using peers, users, and experts to gather feedback. * Students refine their designs based on user requirements and testing results. **Lesson 2:** * Students continue with controlled vs. guided inquiry on accessibility options such as: + Chopsticks for toddlers + Umbrella holder for wheelchairs + Cell phone holders for bikes or skateboards + Tools and technology to personalize their lives * They use online 3D design programs like Tinkercad.com to create virtual designs that can be 3D printed. **Key Points:** 1. Students learn about the design thinking process, including brainstorming, prototyping, testing, and refining. 2. They understand user requirements and how to gather feedback from peers, users, and experts. 3. Students practice critical thinking and problem-solving skills through controlled vs. guided inquiry on accessibility options. 4. They develop their creativity and technical skills using online 3D design programs like Tinkercad.com. **Assessment:** * Students fill in a handout with information about their prototypes, including user requirements, materials/resources, testing results, and manufacturing considerations. * They share out their work, presenting which prototype worked better according to the user requirements and explaining their rationale. * Students evaluate their ability to work effectively both as individuals and collaboratively in a group. **Extension:** * An extension activity could explore how technology use can differ depending on culture, economics, access to resources, and social expectations. * Students could research waterbottle shoes used throughout the third world and discuss user requirements engineers may need to consider.