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Empathize
The first step in the design process is to identify what people want and need.
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Visualize
Designers begin to solve a problem by visualizing many different potential solutions or approaches.
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Prototype
Testing ideas by making quick models, prototypes or mock-ups with easy to use and inexpensive materials helps designers clarify ideas and determine those that are most feasible.
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Produce
Teachers should be sure to teach students how to generate ideas, visualize solutions and prototype possibilities before producing a final product.
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Present
Students should learn how to present the results of their work in a clear and compelling manner.
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Assess
Design is evaluated by how successfully it meets the needs of others in the real world.