Practice Why These Methods Matter (1.2) - Unit 3: Idea Generation & Concept Development

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Question 1.
Define divergent thinking in your own words.
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Think about how you can brainstorm many options.
Question 2.
What is a decision matrix used for?
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Consider what you need to do after brainstorming.
3Question 3.
What is the main purpose of using SCAMPER?
- To narrow down ideas
- To generate new ideas
- To create mood boards
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Think about what SCAMPER stands for.
4Question 4.
True or False: Convergent thinking involves brainstorming many ideas at once.
- True
- False
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Remember the definitions of both thinking processes.
Question 5.
Propose a new design for a lunchbox using the SCAMPER method. Include at least two ideas for each letter in SCAMPER.
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Break down your responses following each letter of SCAMPER.
Question 6.
Imagine you are in charge of redesigning a school backpack. Create a decision matrix to evaluate various design ideas based on criteria such as cost, comfort, and style.
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Ensure you define your scoring method to keep it clear and consistent.

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