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ASSESSMENT BRIEF
Subject Code and Title	DSGN 6028 Design Futures
Assessment	Assessment item: 1 Group presentation of a design solution to a problem common across multiple industries
Individual/Group	Group (3-5 individuals)
Length	A maximum 15 minutes presentation to the group and PDF document with their enquiry, research and solution proposal (Approximately 2500 words & visualization of the solution either in the form of: Film, 3D/2D imagery, poster design, graphical data and statistics, textiles etc.)
Learning Outcomes	1. Apply key research methodologies in design problem solving 2. Apply inter-disciplinary and cross-cultural awareness and theory towards their solutions for social change 3. Analyse research with qualitative and quantitative data that is grounded in design theory and phenomenography 4. Integrate sophisticated problem creation and identification skills to produce beneficial outcomes 5. Develop innovative design solutions both independently and within a team of specialists 6. Create visual presentations and solution visualizations to effectively communicate their outcomes
Submission	Document and presentation: Week 3 during collaborate
Weighting	30%
Total Marks	100 marks

Context:
This assessment is prescribed to enable you to engage in the full process of creating a design
solution that causes social change. The skills advanced in this assessment include:
1. Identifying a real-world problem
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2. Analysing the problems history, traditional solutions, and global impact
3. Designing a viable solution to meet its needs
The key understandings to be gained from this assessment is the ability to first create and
identify a problem evident across the specialised industries of individuals within the group,
and transcend the constraints of traditional solutions to effectively meet the end-user’s
experience needs.
This assessment prepares you and your group members for professional application within
the design industry by effectively working within a group environment and solving problems
in an inter-disciplinary way using non-traditional and innovation.
Instructions:
Requirements:
1. Students are to identify a common problem that is shared amongst the specialized
industries of the group members.
2. Students are then to research traditional solutions to this problem using case studies
and analyse data available for it.
3. An innovative design solution to the problem should be generated out of group
discussions which causes the most improvement.
4. A viability analysis should then be conducted on how this solution would be
implemented using a budget and a timeline.
5. Finally a document should be created which effectively communicates the research
and proposed solution which is to be presented to the larger cohort.
Preparation timeline:
Module 1.1: It is required for this assessment to convene as a group in Module 1.1, and
share (business, social and user) problems evident within each person’s specialized
industries. The group will then decide upon a single common problem that is shared across
industries. Research is to be conducted on the problem individually using case studies and
graphical data and statistics.
Module 1.2: Discussions will take place among the group in which solutions are proposed
before the most innovative and beneficial solution is chosen. The requirements for your
proposed solution will then be delegated among the group and the group will compile a
single document for each student to submit. Prepare the budget and timeline to ensure
that viability of implementation is addressed.
Module 2.1: Present the research document and findings to the rest of the class.
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Structure of submission document:
The structure for the submittable document and group presentation should include:

    	A description of the common problem that is shared across different industries 1 x case studies analysed which contain the problem identified 1 x traditional solutions analysed via a competitor analysis study A description of the proposed solution and how it transcends current constraints A visualization of solution in the form of either: A short film, 3D/2D imagery or animation, poster / infographics visual design, hard data and statistics, textiles etc. A timeline of tasks for a 6 month period which include 6 x major milestone steps towards implementation Budget estimates for the above timeline of tasks (a viability study)
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Assessment criteria:
You will be assessed on the following criteria:
1. The level of sophistication in the problem found as common and shared among
industries
2. The quality of the analysis of case studies for insight into the identified problem
3. The innovative nature of your group’s proposed outcome that transcends constraints
in the traditional solutions
4. The quality of your group’s presentation material in effectively communicating the
group’s outcome
5. The viability of the solution in terms of a budget and a timeline of implementation
Each student in a group will submit the same document to Blackboard prior to your in-class
presentation, and present to the rest of the class using Collaborate in Week 3.
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Learning Rubrics

Assessment Attributes	Fail (0-49)	Pass (50-64)	Credit (65-74)	Distinction (75-84)	High Distinction (85-100)
Grade Description (Grading Scheme)	Evidence of unsatisfactory achievement of one or more of the learning objectives of the course, insufficient understanding of the course content and/or unsatisfactory level of skill development.	Evidence of satisfactory achievement of course learning objectives, the development of relevant skills to a competent level, and adequate interpretation and critical analysis skills.	Evidence of a good level of understanding, knowledge and skill development in relation to the content of the course or work of a superior quality on the majority of the learning objectives of the course. Demonstration of a high level of interpretation and critical analysis skills.	Evidence of a high level of achievement of the learning objectives of the course demonstrated in such areas as interpretation and critical analysis, logical argument, use of methodology and communication skills.	Evidence of an exceptional level of achievement of learning objectives across the entire content of the course demonstrated in such areas as interpretation and critical analysis, logical argument, creativity, originality, use of methodology and communication skills.
Problem identification skills 20%	The problem identified is of low-standard or not evident.	The problem identified meets minimum standard. The problem demonstrates an awareness of causing social change if solved.	The problem identified moves beyond minimum standard. The problem demonstrates a strong level of awareness in the benefits to be gained if solved.	The problem identified exceeds minimum standards. The problem identified demonstrates an ability to find core-level issues that are a major benefit if solved.	The problem identified exceeds minimum standards and demonstrates a high level of autonomy in problem creation. The problem identified is of utmost importance and if solved would cause highly beneficial social change.
Analysis of current case studies 20%	Limited analysis of current case studies. The case study analysis gains little information regarding the design problem identified.	Adequate analysis of current case studies. The case study analysis gains adequate relevant information regarding the design problem. The case study analysis gains insight into the way traditional solutions have	Thorough analysis of current case studies. The case study analysis gains more than adequate relevant information regarding the design problem. The case study analysis gains more than adequate insight into the way traditional	Highly developed analysis of current case studies. The case study analysis is highly developed and extracts and synthesizes very relevant information regarding the design problem. The case study analysis gains highly developed insight into	Sophisticated analysis of current case studies. The case study analysis is sophisticated and extracts and synthesizes a professional level of information regarding the design problem. The case study analysis gains a sophisticated insight into the way

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been implemented. Adequate identification of issues regarding the traditional solutions. The case study analysis adequately unpacks and deconstructs a number of different fields from the research data.	solutions have been implemented. More than adequate identification of issues regarding the traditional solutions. The case study analysis more than adequately unpacks and deconstructs a number of different fields from the research data.	the way traditional solutions have been implemented. Highly developed identification of issues regarding the traditional solutions. The case study analysis more than adequately unpacks and deconstructs a number of different fields from the research data.	traditional solutions have been implemented. Sophisticated identification of issues regarding the traditional solutions. The case study analysis unpacks and deconstructs a number of different fields from the research data in a sophisticated manner.
Innovative solution that transcend traditional constraints 30%	The design solution fails to take into account the complexities of the issue(s) and scope of the problem identified.	The design solution begins to take into account the complexities of the issue(s) and scope of the problem identified. Justifies any conclusions with arguments based on research data from the case studies, not merely assertion. Solution is somewhat innovative and elements of it indicate thinking outside the box to transcend the traditional constraints of the case studies.	The design solution takes into account the complexities of the issue(s) and scope of the problem identified. Others’ points of view are acknowledged. Justifies any conclusions with well-formed arguments based on research data from the case studies, not merely assertion. Solution is innovative and demonstrates thinking outside the box to transcend the traditional constraints of the case studies.	The design solution is expertly presented and accurately takes into account the complexities of the issue(s) and scope of the problem identified. Justifies any conclusions with well-formed arguments based on research data from the case studies, not merely assertion. Solution is highly innovative and demonstrates deep thinking outside the box to transcend the traditional constraints of the case studies in an elegant way.	The design solution expertly, authoritatively, and imaginatively takes into account the complexities of the issue(s) and scope of the problem identified. Justifies any conclusions with sophisticated arguments based on research data from the case studies. Solution is sophisticated and highly innovative and demonstrates deep thinking outside the box to transcend the traditional constraints of the case studies in a highly elegant way.

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Effective communication of presentation and documentation 20%	Difficult to understand for general audience, no logical/clear structure, poor flow of ideas, argument lacks supporting evidence. No effort is made to keep audience engaged, audience cannot follow the line of reasoning. Document submission does not include all requirements in the assessment task.	Information, arguments and evidence are presented in a way that is not always clear and logical. Attempts are made to keep audience engaged, but not always successful. Line of reasoning is often difficult to follow. Document submission includes most tasks. The clarity of the document is laid out to a low-quality standard.	Information, arguments and evidence are well presented, mostly clear flow of ideas and arguments. The audience is mostly engaged. Line of reasoning is easy to follow. Document submission includes all tasks. The clarity of the document a more than adequate standard.	Information, arguments and evidence are very well presented. The presentation is logical, clear and well supported by evidence. There is a clear and precise flow of ideas and argument that lead the audience through the stages of research and present the solution effectively. Engages the audience and demonstrates cultural sensitivity, empathy, and highly developed problem solving skills. Document submission exceeds on all tasks. The clarity and structure of the document is highly developed and visually clear and logical.	Information, arguments and evidence is expertly presented. The presentation is logical, clear and highly supported by evidence. There is a clear and precise flow of ideas and argument that lead the audience through the stages of research and present the solution in a sophisticated manner. Engages the audience and demonstrates cultural sensitivity, empathy, and sophisticated problem solving skills. Document submission exceeds on all tasks. The clarity and structure of the document is sophisticated, visually clear and logical.
Viability study of solution proposed for implementation 10%	Limited viability study, which does not indicate the real world requirements for implementing the design solution proposed. Timeline is not evident or clear, does not contain milestones. Budget is not realistic, or	Adequate viability study, starts to indicate the real world requirements for implementing the design solution proposed. Timeline is evident though sometimes unclear and contains some major milestones required included in the documentation.	Well-developed viability study, indicates the real world requirements for implementing the design solution proposed. Timeline is clear and well thought out with all major milestones required included in the documentation. Budget is somewhat realistic,	Thoroughly developed viability study, that clearly demonstrates the real world requirements for implementing the design solution proposed. Timeline is thoroughly clear and well thought out with all major milestones required included in the documentation.	Sophisticated viability study, that clearly demonstrates the real world requirements for implementing the design solution proposed. Timeline is sophisticated in that it is clear and highly developed with all major milestones required included in the documentation. Budget is highly realistic, and a

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viable for implementation. The mental projection of the implementation of the solution is not adequate, which leads to the assumption that it cannot transfer from idea to reality.

Budget is somewhat realistic, and is viable for implementation. The mental projection of the implementation of the solution is adequate. Leads to the assumption that it can transfer from idea to reality.

and is beginning to be a viable approach for implementation. The mental projection of the implementation of the solution is well-developed. Leads to the assumption that it can transfer from idea to reality.

Budget is realistic, and a viable approach for implementation. The mental projection of the implementation of the solution is thoroughly developed. Leads to the assumption that it can definitely transfer from idea to reality.

most-definitely viable approach for implementation. The mental projection of the implementation of the solution is thoroughly developed. Leads to the assumption that it can definitely transfer from idea to reality.