Design Level 1 Bracing for the Future Project

Criterion A: Inquiring and Analysing Design Level 1 Bracing for the Future Project

Rubrics for Criterion A: Inquiring and Analyzing *Read and analyze this rubrics chart from the bottom up (starting with Rubric score of 7/8). *

MYP Score/ IB MYP Design Level Descriptor Design Project Description Percent

0/0-59 The student does not reach a None of the descriptors below are attempted or Non- standard described by any of the not enough evidence is observable. Scoreable descriptors below.

The student: 1/60-64 i. states the need for a Limited solution to a problem Some of the requirements for essay, paragraphs, Success charts/lists/checklists, research, and cited sources ii. states the findings of 2/65-69 are met. research. The student: i. outlines the need for a solution to a problem ii. states some points of research needed to develop a 3/70-74 solution, with some Most of the requirements for essay, paragraphs, Developing guidance charts/lists/checklists, research, and cited sources 4/75-79 iii. states the main features are met. of an existing product that inspires a solution to the problem iv. outlines some of the main findings of research. The student: All minimum requirements are met: i. explains the need for a Each essay and paragraph explains details that solution to a problem are required, according to the specifics asked in ii. states and prioritizes the each question. main points of research Each chart, list, or checklist follows minimum needed to develop a specifications and instructions regarding the solution to the content and information for it. problem, with some 5/80-84 Meets minimum research requirements for the guidance Proficient project and the research is outlined or iii. outlines the main 6/85-89 listed, described, and discussed. features of an existing Three sources are correctly cited and listed in product that inspires a alphabetical order in MLA format, and each solution to the problem source is outlined or listed, iv. outlines the main findings discussed and explained. of relevant research. 2 Goes above and beyond meeting all minimum requirements: The student: Each essay and paragraph creatively and i. explains and justifies the thoroughly explains, discusses, analyzes, need for a solution to a evaluates, and reflects with details that are problem required, according to the specifics asked in each ii. states and prioritizes the question. main points of research Each chart, checklist, or list is creative, more than 7/90-94 needed to develop a follows minimum specifications and thoroughly Superior solution to the follows instructions regarding the content and 8/95-100 problem, with minimal information required for it. guidance More than the minimum research required for the iii. describes the main project (i.e., data, graphics, and optional sound) is features of an existing thoroughly outlined listed, described, discussed, product that inspires a analyzed, and evaluated with specifics. solution to the problem More than three sources are correctly cited and listed in alphabetical order in MLA format, and each source is thoroughly discussed, explained, analyzed, and evaluated

You are required to save your work in an organized way on Google Drive. 1. Create a new folder on Google Drive inside of your folder for our class and name it Bracing for the Future Project. 2. Open your project folder. 3. Inside your project folder, create a new Google doc and name it Criterion A. a. Choose font type Arial or Times New Roman and font type 12. b. Below the dotted line and beginning with the words “Your Name/Block,” select and highlight all of the information to the bottom of the Peer Review/Evaluation form and copy it. Make sure that you have highlighted and copied all of it. c. Then Paste it onto your Criterion A document at Google Drive. Use this original form. Do not delete directions, questions, instructions for tasks, etc. Do not rearrange any data or information. Only titles and headings should be centered aligned. Everything else (directions, questions, answers, etc.) is to be left aligned. d. Fix any formatting issues (spacing, recreating table or charts, etc.). - Select/highlight the entire document: Click Edit --> Select All. - Select Single Space from the Line Spacing Icon. - Select font size 12. - Select either Arial or Times New Roman. - Fix text alignment and spacing issues e. Otherwise, in general, please keep the formatting as it is. f. Do not add extra bold, italicize or underline regular text or data. You may notice this has already been done either for emphasis or to assist you with finding a section. Titles and headings should be in bold,. g. You may use any readable dark color for your font if you would like your answers and data in charts/tables/outlines to stand out. 5. Now begin your work for Criterion A. Pay attention in class for explanations and pacing guide with dates to complete this on time. ***When you complete all required work for Criterion A and become ready to submit all of it, return here for instructions about how to submit your document here at Canvas. 3

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Your Name/Block: Date Submitted: Criterion A: Inquiring and Analysing Design Level 1 Bracing for the Future Project

Notes for Criterion A:  When developing the design brief, you should concisely summarize only the useful and relevant information they have found through your research.  You will present this information in your own words.  Do not copy and paste information from sources.  Provide analysis and indicate relevance. Criterion A, Objective 1: I can explain and justify the need for a solution to a problem.

Evidence of Work - Classwork and Homework

Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion Objective 1 Evidence of Work. Be very thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow instructions. This objective may be completed individually and/or cooperatively by using our Think-Pair-Share learning strategy. To clarify, each student is responsible to complete a document, but may work with a classmate to work on their two documents together. To be on pace to finish Criterion A work on time, Objective 1 work should be completed by the date announced in class. You are expected to write strong, effective sentences. What does a strong, effective sentence look like? Besides being grammatically correct, a strong effective sentence elaborates with specifics and depending upon the question or task, it may also analyze, compare/contrast, draw conclusions, make predictions, evaluate, or reflect. So please apply your higher order thinking skills as you answer questions and complete tasks.

1. In a paragraph of seven or more effective, strong sentences, in your own words - discuss, explain, and analyze the expectations regarding the assignments, tasks, and works to do in order to thoroughly and successfully complete your project. Discuss what the project is about and exactly what all the specifics it involves, including the objectives, tasks, and rubrics for each criterion (A, B, C, and D).

2. What limitations or constraints must I work within? In a paragraph of four or more effective, strong sentences, explore, discuss, and analyze both expected and potential unexpected limitations or constraints that you must work within on your project. Specifically and thoroughly analyze expected limits or constraints of time, resources, and other areas (e.g., technology skills, background knowledge, research skills, present and future distractions, etc.)

3. In a paragraph of five or more effective, strong sentences, discuss and analyze three or more examples of authentic connections to the real world and daily life. How does the project relate to IB MYP Learner Profile Traits? How does the project relate to our bigger, global picture? 4

4. In a paragraph of five or more effective, strong sentences, discuss, explain, analyze, evaluate, and reflect exactly what you will do to successfully complete your project and do your best work. Other words, what do you need to do in order to make this your best work?

5. In two or more strong, effective sentences, elaborate about how can I make sure that I have included everything that my project has asked for?

6. Create an organized chart, a list, or a bubble map with ten or more steps or tasks that serves as an appropriate test or checklist for everything that you expect you will do to successfully complete the entire project (Criteria A, B, C, and D; process journals, etc.). Each step should be written as an effective short sentence. You may create a table or a checklist right here. If you use another digital source, it should copy/paste here. If you hand draw a bubble map, for example, hand it to me in class (with your name/block) when you submit all of Criterion A online.

7. In a paragraph of three or more sentences, explain why your checklist is an appropriate checklist or test for your project that will help you to meet the expectations for this project.

Criterion A, Objective 1 Process Journal

1. In a paragraph of two or more effective, strong sentences, explain why is it important that you know and then communicate in, both your expectations and the teacher’s expectations for your project? How are they alike and different?

2. In two or more effective, strong sentences, discuss how recognizing potential limitations or constraints will help you to successfully complete your project?

3. In two or more sentences, explain how is it relevant that you be able to understand and apply, and then communicate examples of authentic, real-world applications about careers?

4. In two or more effective, strong sentences, explain why is it important that you know and then communicate exactly what you will need to do to make your project your best work?

5. In a paragraph of two or more effective, strong sentences, explain why is it important that you be able to understand and then communicate with both your chart, list, or bubble map and your paragraph about how you will make sure that you have included everything that your project requires (or what the teacher is asking for)?

Criterion A, Objective 2: I can state and prioritize the main points of research needed to develop a solution to the problem.

Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion A, Objective 2 Evidence of Work. Be very thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow instructions. Please complete this objective individually; ask teacher questions, for help, 5 etc. To be on pace to finish Criterion A work on time, Objective 2 work should be completed by the date announced in class. You are expected to write strong, effective sentences. What does a strong, effective sentence look like? Besides being grammatically correct, a strong effective sentence elaborates with specifics and depending upon the question or task, it may also analyze, compare/contrast, draw conclusions, make predictions, evaluate, or reflect. So please apply your higher order thinking skills as you answer questions and complete tasks.

1. Read the article in this link: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/6-online-research- skills-your-students-need (Links to an external site.). Then in a paragraph of five or more effective, strong sentences, discuss, analyze, and evaluate both your strengths (the research skills that you already know and do) and your opportunities for improvement (the research skills that you need to know).

2a. Learn how to us Citation Machine to cite your sources. First, view the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGVXwnY-u20.

2b.Next, below, examine this example of a citation of this article at http://www.biographyonline.net/military/alexander-the-great.html.

"Alexander The Great Biography Alexander The Great Biography." Biography Online. Web. 2 May 16.

2c. Then go to http://www.citationmachine.net/mla/cite-a-website/manual and click on Manual Entry Mode. Go to the article at http://www.businessinsider.com/most-powerful-world-leaders- 2015-11 to practice using Citation Machine. Yes, there are three authors and other information to collect for the citation. Click “+Add another contributor twice” and then list the three authors in the same order as they appear in the article. First, try this on your own. Then we can do this together if you struggle doing this. Then we will paste and correct the formatting of the citation below this line.

3. What research do I need to conduct? Don’t copy/paste or plagiarize. Paraphrase (or rewrite in your own words your data that you research A lso, as you use sources (websites), correctly cite your sources used in MLA format/ABC order below, under #4 (find the words Works Cited ). Individually or with your partner for this project, complete all of the following information for your research. Use Dogpile, Google, or your favorite search engine to find reliable, trustworthy sources (websites) and your data. a. Use the Internet to identify four or more types off assistive medical devices currently in demand and list them here with a brief description for each: i. ii. iii. iv. 6 v. b. Use your analytical and evaluative critical thinking skills to carefully follow instructions and to thoroughly answer the fourteen questions below, based upon your research. Research “braces, wraps, and support” for any one or more of the following ten assistive medical devices. Please select your choice by making the word bold: ankle, arm, back, elbow, foot, leg, neck, hand, knee, or wrist. If you choose to do more than one assistive medical device, please copy and paste the following questions for it. Reminder: You are expected to write strong, effective sentences. i. What is the specific injury being treated by this assistive medical device – a strain, sprain, stress fracture, or break? ii. List and describe three or more types of this assistive medical device. Then select one specific type to answer the remaining questions by making it bold. iii. What is the purpose(s) of this assistive medical device – protective, functional, rehabilitative, or to provide relief? iv. List three or more name brands of this assistive medical device (e.g., search “brands of knee braces”). v. How much does this assistive medical device cost? Shop around online for reliable and trustworthy websites of companies or business from which it may be ordered and provide a range of costs (e.g., CVS - $150, Walmart $130, etc.). vi. Give specific, step-by-step instructions about how to properly use this assistive medical device. vii. Provide evidence or proof that this assistive medical device actually works. viii. In detail explain this assistive medical device’s strength and flexibility. ix. Exactly how is this assistive medical device effective with the healing process? x. Exactly how does a person maintain, clean, and take care of this assistive medical device? xi. How durable is this assistive medical device (or how long is it expect to last)? xii. Would this assistive medical device need to be replaced? Why? xiii. Specify what physical therapy, exercises, and/or training are needed so that this assistive medical device does not become a crutch? xiv. What other information or else do I want to include about this assistive medical device? For example, have you used or know someone who has used or is currently using this assistive medical device?

4. What resources am I using? All sources (minimum of three) are to be cited in MLA format and in alphabetical order. Create a citation for each specific website (or other source) that you used to collect information and graphics (and optional audio/video files) for your research. Use Citation Machine – MLA Citations at http://www.citationmachine.net/mla. For websites, use http://www.citationmachine.net/mla/cite-a-website

Examine the formatting guidelines of a Works Cited page or word processing document.  It’s double-spaced throughout the entire document.  The heading or title is centered.  The sources are listed in alphabetical order.  The first line of each entry is at the left margin.  Extra lines are indented approximately ½ inch or five letter spaces.  As not shown or applied here, a Works Cited page is located on one or more pages on its own. 7

* For your Bibliography or Works Cited, list your sources in MLA format (and in alphabetical order) here under the words Works Cited:

Works Cited

1. In two or more effective, strong sentences, discuss why is it important that you be aware and knowledgeable of your own research skills.

2. In a paragraph of three or more effective, strong sentences, in your own words, explain what plagiarism is and why it is important that you follow the copyright law and fair use guidelines. If you don’t know any of these terms, you may look them up but rewrite them in your own words and give citation right below the bottom of this paragraph.

3. In a paragraph of three or more effective, strong sentences, explain why it is important that you thoroughly research and type data that you will need for your presentation.

4. In two or more effective, strong sentences, explain why is it important to cite sources and create a bibliography (or works cited).

Criterion A, Objective 3: I can describe the main features of one existing product that inspires a solution to the problem. Evidence of Work - Classwork and Homework

Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion Objective 3 Evidence of Work. Be very thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow instructions. Please complete this objective individually; ask teacher questions, for help, etc. To be on pace to finish Criterion A work on time, Objective 3 work should be completed by the date announced in class. You are expected to write strong, effective sentences. What does a strong, effective sentence look like? Besides being grammatically correct, a strong effective sentence elaborates with specifics and depending upon the question or task, it may also analyze, compare/contrast, draw conclusions, make predictions, evaluate, or reflect. So please apply your higher order thinking skills as you answer questions and complete tasks.

1. Select your assistive medical device that you are researching for your project. a. What is it called? b. Give a brief description about it and what it does.

2. Find a picture of an example of your assistive medical device online and then complete the following information and do the following tasks. a. Copy and paste your picture here: b. Name Brand: 8 b. Properly cite the source of your picture with your Works Cited list. DO NOT TYPE GOOGLE IMAGES – but the specific website the image came from. In a different color, please type your name here to confirm that you completed this correctly:

3. First conduct research about the main features of your selected assistive device (add your reliable sources used to your Works Cited list above). Then in your own words, compose a long paragraph of ten or more sentences that describe and explain the main features of your assistive device for this project (brace, wrap, or support), especially the features or functions that assist with the healing process or with inspiring a solution to the problem (e.g., search “main features of knee braces).

1. In a paragraph of three or more effective, strong sentences, discuss, analyze, and reflect what you learned from researching about and then describing the main features of this assistive medical device.

2. Answer each of the following questions for reflection. How did you feel about what you have done so far for your project? Was it satisfying? Frustrating? Rewarding? What has gone well? What have you learned so far? What needed to be improved? What other reflections do you have at this stage of the project?

3. In two or more effective, strong sentences, discuss what’s next? Explain how the things you did today will lead you towards your next steps for homework and our next class meeting.

Criterion A, Objective 4: I can present the main findings of relevant research.

Describe, discuss, and analyze your Criterion A, Objective 4 Evidence of Work. Be very thorough and cite specifics as you answer questions, provide information, and follow instructions. Except for the Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form, please complete this objective individually; ask teacher questions, for help, etc. To be on pace to finish Criterion A work on time, Objective 4 and the Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation work should be completed by the date announced in class. Your Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form will also be a classwork grade. You are expected to write strong, effective sentences. What does a strong, effective sentence look like? Besides being grammatically correct, a strong effective sentence elaborates with specifics and depending upon the question or task, it may also analyze, compare/contrast, draw conclusions, make predictions, evaluate, or reflect. So please apply your higher order thinking skills as you answer questions and complete tasks.

1. In an essay of 15 or more effective, strong sentences (Times New Roman or Arial, font size 12, and 1 inch margins) or longer, discuss, explain, analyze, and evaluate all of your research for Criterion A, Objectives 2 and 3 Be thorough and cite specifics as you write about what information you researched and what graphics and optional video or audio that you collected. If you do not plan to use sound or music, please explain.

2. In an essay of 9 or more effective, strong sentences (Times New Roman or Arial, size 12, and 1 inch margins) or longer, discuss, explain, analyze, and evaluate each and every source that you listed for Criterion A, Objective 2. You will also compare and contrast your sources. Specifically refer to websites by name as you explain what types of things you found on one website compared to what you found on another website. Discuss how they were alike and different. Analyze and evaluate each source used. How do you know that each source is credible, valid, reliable, and trustworthy?

1. In a paragraph of three or more effective, strong sentences, explain how is it helpful that you thoroughly analyze and evaluate your researched data that you will need for your presentation.

2. In a paragraph of three or more effective, strong sentences, explain why is it important that you analyze and evaluate each source, and to also compare and contrast sources used.

3. In a paragraph of four or more effective, strong sentences, reflect, analyze, and evaluate your use of Criterion A: Inquiring and analyzing - of the design cycle. Did you thoroughly detail both yours and teachers expectations? How do you feel about your time, effort, and work of finding, collecting, and analyzing your research? How did you know that your sources were valid and reliable? What are your strengths for Criterion A? What did you do best? What are your OFI’s (opportunities for improvement)? What would you do differently if you had to do it over? (Guess what? You may make any changes, additions, improvements, corrections, etc., right now to improve the quality of your work!)

Level 1 Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation Form

Your Name: Peer Evaluator’s Name: Date of Review/Evaluation: Directions: Have a peer complete this form to honestly and authentically evaluate your Criterion A work. Your peer is expected to be very thorough, authentic, and cite specifics as you cite evidence and complete this form. Reminder: For this activity only, you have permission to type on a classmate's laptop. Listen in class for further instructions and explanations.

Design Cycle Question Number with What Is the Evidence? Descriptor (How Do You Know If This is ✓ True or Not?) 1. In a paragraph of seven effective, The following are strong sentences or longer, the examples of how to student discusses, explains, and answer with evidence; DO analyzes details about the NOT COPY. assignments, tasks, and (e.g., John thoroughly expectations to be completed in explains details of what our order to successfully complete the project is about by project. summarizing the 10 requirements for each example with clarity and strong, effective sentences). ~ OR ~ (e.g., John touched upon the topics but was general and not specific enough about the expectations for our project, and he wrote seven short, ineffective sentences)

2. In paragraph of four or more effective, strong sentences, the student discusses and analyzes what limitations or constraints “must I work within. 3. In a paragraph of four or more effective, strong sentences, the student clearly discusses and analyzes three or more examples that make authentic connections about the project to the real world and daily life. 4. In a paragraph of five or more effective, strong sentences, the student thoroughly explains specifics of “What do I need to do to make sure I do my best work?” in order to successfully complete the project. 5. In two or more strong, effective sentences, the student elaborates with specifics about “How can I make sure that I have included everything that my project has asked for?” 6. With a chart, a list, or a bubble map, and in a paragraph of three or more effective, strong sentences, the student shows and explains “How can I make sure that I have included everything the teacher has asked for?” 11

7. In two or more strong, effective sentences, the student elaborates with clarity about “How can I make sure that I have included everything that my project has asked for?” 8. The student thoroughly completes the Objective 1 Process Journal by meeting or exceeding minimum requirements for addressing the topics and sentence length for each short discussion question. Effective, strong are composed. 9. In a paragraph of five or more effective, strong sentences, the student identifies both the strengths and opportunities for improvement with her or his research skills. 10. The student accurately formats the practice citation for the businessinsider.com article. 11. The student thoroughly provides ALL research needed to successfully complete the project is provided. 12. Three or more sources are correctly cited and listed in alphabetical order in MLA format. 13. The student thoroughly completes the Objective 2 Process Journal by meeting or exceeding minimum requirements for addressing the topics and sentence length for each short discussion question. Effective, strong sentences are composed. 14. The student composed a long paragraph of ten or more sentences that describes and explains the main features of your assistive device for this project (brace, wrap, or support), especially the features or functions that assist with the healing process or with inspiring a solution to the problem. 15. The student thoroughly completes the Objective 3 Process 12 Journal by meeting or exceeding minimum requirements for addressing the topics and sentence length for each short discussion question. Effective, strong sentences are composed. 16. In an essay of 15 or more strong, effective sentences, the student follows the font guidelines and margins requirements and explains, analyzes, and evaluates researched data or information, graphics or images, and – if chosen – optional audio or sound and video files. 17. In an essay of 9 or more strong, effective sentences, the student follows the font and margins requirements; explains, analyzes, and evaluates each and every source used; and compares and contrasts her or his sources used. 18. The student thoroughly completes the Objective 4 Process Journal by meeting or exceeding minimum requirements for addressing the topics and sentence length for each short discussion question. Effective, strong sentences are composed. 19. This Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation Form was completed with honesty, authenticity, and fidelity. 20. Conclusion/Final Comments

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***DO NOT COPY/PASTE THIS AND THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FROM YOUR GOOGLE DOC TO THE TEXT ENTRY FORM AT THE ASSIGNMENT'S WEBPAGE AT CANVAS.

Please read and follow the following instructions carefully.

Revise and proofread your work. What are your strengths and opportunities for improvement? Did you go above and beyond meeting minimum expectations and 13 requirements? Does your work also consider the big picture, global perspectives, international mindedness, etc. Are your responses thorough and specific?

At Google Drive, use both spell check and your brain to correct errors in spelling, capitalization, sentence structure (e.g., subject/verb agreement), and other standard English grammar issues. Please use standard English. For example, use "and," not "&;" capitalize "I," etc. Are your paragraphs indented properly (approximately five to eight spaces)?

Use the original form that you were directed to copy and paste onto a Google doc and follow all instructions on both the criterion's document and below. If not, a submitted assignment will be unacceptable and may result in a temporary 0-50 until the document is resubmitted correctly. 1. Do not delete directions, questions, instructions for tasks, etc. 2. Do not rearrange any data or information. 3. Your name, block, and date of submission 4. Answers should be in plain font and in any dark color.

For an assessment grade, please submit your criterion document via Text Entry at this assignment's webpage at Canvas by the date announced in class. 1. At this assignment's Canvas webpage, click the Submit Assignment button at the top. 2. Copy your entire criterion document on Google Drive and paste it in the Text Entry box. 3. As you proofread your work again, make sure that your first/last name, class block, and date handed in are accurately typed at the top of the page. 4. Fix any formatting issues, such as spacing, left alignment questions adding borders (gridlines), adjusting cell sizes, etc. 5. Everything will probably align left and that is OK. :-) Just keep it that way. Any color will probably end up black or gray. You may also use any dark color for titles, headings, and your answers. 6. Your charts or tables will probably appear without borders. To fix this, click inside or highlight the table, click Table, then click Table Properties, type 1 inside the box for Border, and click OK. 7. Check the bottom of your Text Entry form: your Criterion A Peer Review/Evaluation form should be the final thing that appears. 8. Using the Comments section is optional, if you want to explain something, share ideas, remind the teacher of specific dates you were absent from class, etc. Then click the Submit Assignment button at the bottom and if applicable, hand in any printed or hand- created paperwork with your name and class block type or written on each sheet. Next, begin Criterion C. 9. If you redo and resubmit this assignment, please in class - inform the teacher, or out of class – email the teacher. Thank you.