Before the Activity Starts:
- Prepare materials for sketching, including paper, pencils, markers, or digital drawing tools.
- Remind students of the importance of collaborative brainstorming and concept development in partner projects.
- Emphasize the goal of generating initial ideas and arriving at a cohesive project concept.
Throughout the Activity:
Brainstorming & Discussion
- Encourage active participation from all group members as they discuss possible concepts and settle on an overall idea that meets the project criteria.
- Ensure each group member’s ideas are heard and considered.
Initial Sketching
- Instruct students to individually develop sketches that communicate their vision for the concept.
- Provide support and feedback to help refine ideas and gain group consensus.
- Collect and review sketches shared by students.
Concept Development
- Guide students as they collaborate with their partners or groups to decide on the main idea and form of their project.
- Provide time for students to develop a draft project name and concept thesis statement.
Storyboarding
- Instruct students to create a visual storyboard illustrating their transportation concept.
- Their storyboard should include at least 4–6 frames, covering:
- The problem their project addresses.
- How users interact with the transportation system.
- Key features and innovations in their design.
- The impact on future mobility.
- Encourage students to use simple drawings, arrows, and labels to communicate ideas clearly.
After the Activity Ends:
- Instruct students to upload their sketches, titles, concept statements, and storyboards to the Responses tab.
- Review the submissions to ensure they meet the deliverables.
- Encourage students to continue refining their project concept and preparing for the next stages of development in their partner projects.