1. IB Design Cycle

2. IB Design Cycle / The Big 6 Investigate  Identify problems and needs.  Collect, select, organize information.  Search for solutions and adapt.  Use appropriate sources. 1. Task Definition  What do I need to do?  What kind of information is needed? What is the format? 2. Information Seeking Strategies  Brainstorm sources and select the best materials.

3. IB Design Cycle / The Big 6 Planning  Judge, test, & choose resources  Predict outcomes  Communicate logically  Plan & use time wisely 3. Locate & Access  What’s available in all media types? 4. Use of Information  Do I need to listen, read, view, touch, etc. the media?  Should I take notes, copy, use a camera, test, etc.?

4. IB Design Cycle / The Big 6 Creation  Use of techniques, media, and equipment  Use of design  Choice of techniques for presentations  Monitor quality 5.Synthesis  How should I organize information from multiple sources?  Who is my audience?  Which type of presentation is best?  Posters, Maps, Graphs, Video, Demonstration, etc.

5. IB Design Cycle / The Big 6 Evaluation  Judge the effectiveness of the product/solution  Reflect on the effectiveness, suggest improvements  Evaluate the process 6.Evaluation  Did I meet the requirements?  Could I have improved it?  Did I obey copyright laws?  Was the process efficient & effective?

6. IB Personal Engagement  Does this have a positive effect on others.?  What did I learn about my own learning style and my ability to communicate?  What is my attitude about what I am doing and what I have accomplished?  Do I feel more confident about doing a similar project again?