What is the Design Cycle and how can I use it in the Personal Project?

The Design Cycle

Investigate Brain storm ideas Consider different research approaches Consider any possible impact on the environment, the population, ME! Consider different source contacts Consider any historical or cultural implications Consider the specifics needed Consider the implications for the AOI

Plan THINGS TO DO: Manage my time and resources efficiently Make sure to review plans frequently Cite sources according to MLA format and keep for the report Make sketches/designs on my ideas for how the final product will be formed Measure my ideas/designs against the specifications I initially created Make sure I have justified my reasons for my choices

Create Product MAKE SURE THAT I : Select methods for my creation Monitor and reassess if necessary my written plan Keep a record of events in my Process Journal Am open to new ideas Adjust and modify schedule as necessary Reflect on each stage of the process in my journal

Evaluate Consider and carry out modifications Continue to evaluate the perceived solution to original requirement Reflect and assess the product Reflect on the efficiency of the design/solution/product. Is it what I want/need?