Facilitator Timing Cues: Rapid Prototype Showcase

Introduction to Activity (0-2 minutes)

"Alright everyone, welcome to the Rapid Prototype Showcase! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to work in your assigned groups to quickly design and present a solution or product. You'll have 15 minutes to brainstorm, create, and prepare a short 2-3 minute presentation. Remember to utilize those teamwork skills we just reviewed! Refer to your Rapid Prototype Showcase Activity handout for more details. Any questions before we start?"

Group Work - 15 Minute Timer (0-15 minutes)

"Okay, teams, your 15 minutes starts now! Dive in, assign roles, set your goals, and don't forget those quick check-ins with each other. I'll be circulating if you have any questions."

• At 10 minutes: "You've got 5 minutes left, teams! Make sure you're finalizing your prototype and preparing your presentation. Who will speak? What key points will you share?"

• At 5 minutes: "Just 2 minutes remaining! Time to wrap it up and get ready to shine. Practice your presentation one last time."

• At 1 minute: "And that's time! Pencils down, prototypes ready. Let's get ready to present!"

Presentations and Peer Feedback (2-3 minutes per group)

"Excellent work, everyone! Now for the showcase. Each group will have 2-3 minutes to present their prototype. After each presentation, we'll take a moment for some constructive peer feedback. Remember our feedback questions:

1. What was effective about their prototype/presentation?
2. What is one suggestion for improvement?
3. How did you see collaboration in action?
4. What new ideas did this spark for you?

Let's hear from our first team!"

• After each presentation: "Thank you, Team X! Now, let's hear from your peers using our feedback questions. What did you find effective? Any suggestions for improvement? How did you see their collaboration? What new ideas did this spark for you?"

• Keep time: "Great feedback! Let's move to our next group. Team Y, you're up!"

Rapid Prototype Showcase Activity

Your Mission (15 minutes)

In your groups, you will become innovation teams! Your challenge is to rapidly design a solution or product for a given problem (your teacher will provide the specific problem or allow you to choose one from a pre-approved list). Your prototype doesn't have to be perfect or fully functional; it just needs to clearly communicate your idea.

Group Tasks:

• Brainstorm: Work together to come up with creative solutions to your problem.
• Design: Sketch, draw, or create a simple visual representation of your prototype. This could be a diagram, a storyboard, or even a quick 3D model using classroom supplies (if available).
• Assign Roles: Decide who will do what. Who is the lead designer? Who is the materials manager? Who is preparing to present?
• Prepare Presentation: Develop a short (2-3 minute) presentation to showcase your prototype to the class. Be ready to explain:
  • The problem you addressed.
  • Your solution/product (the prototype).
  • How your team collaborated.

Peer Feedback Round

After each group presents, we will engage in a constructive feedback session. Listen carefully to your classmates and be prepared to offer thoughtful input. Use the following questions to guide your feedback:

1. What was effective about their prototype/presentation?
   (What did they do well? What impressed you?)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. What is one suggestion for improvement?
   (What could they consider adding or changing? How might they make it even better? Be specific and helpful!)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. How did you see collaboration in action?
   (Describe an instance where you observed good teamwork or shared responsibility.)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
4. What new ideas did this spark for you?
   (Did their prototype or presentation give you an idea for your own work or for a different project?)