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Design

Design Process

Inquiring, developing, creating, and evaluating designs.

Visual Communication

Typography, layout, branding, colour theory in design.

Flashcards

Review key design concepts with spaced repetition.

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📖 Key Terms Reference

Essential design terms, concepts, and definitions.

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Leaderboard

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📋 Assessment Criteria Guide

Understand Criteria A–D: what examiners look for, band descriptors, and tips for each level.

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Past Paper Generator

IB-style exam papers with context-based multi-part questions across all topics.

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View your stats across all topics and activities.

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IB MYP eAssessment Style

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Context-based questions (one per topic), 120 minutes + 5 min reading time, IB grade 1-7.

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Design Process Visual Communication

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Single context-based question with immediate feedback on each sub-part.

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Design Process

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Lessons

The Design Cycle

Inquiring, developing, creating, and evaluating in design.

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Evaluation & Reflection

Testing, feedback, and improving your designs.

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Design Process Activity

Apply the design cycle stages and evaluate design solutions.

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Visual Communication

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Visual Communication Basics

Typography, layout, colour theory, and visual hierarchy.

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Branding & Identity

Logos, brand guidelines, consistency, and tone of voice.

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Visual Communication Activity

Typography, layout, branding, and colour theory questions.

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Learning Pathway

Your guided route through Design

Flashcards

Spaced repetition review

MYP Design

Key Terms & Concepts

Essential vocabulary for IB MYP Design

Design

Design Cycle	Inquiring, developing, creating, evaluating
Typography	Serif vs sans-serif, hierarchy, readability
Layout	Grid systems, white space, alignment, visual hierarchy
Colour Theory	Complementary, analogous, triadic schemes
Branding	Logo, colour palette, typography, tone of voice, consistency
Inquiring & Analysing	Researching the problem, identifying the need, developing a design brief
Developing Ideas	Generating, sketching, and refining design concepts
Creating the Solution	Producing the final design using appropriate tools and techniques
Evaluating	Testing, gathering feedback, and reflecting on the design against criteria
User-Centred Design	Designing with the needs, abilities, and limitations of the end user in mind
Prototype	An early model or sample used to test and refine a design concept
Iteration	Repeating a process of design, testing, and refinement to improve outcomes
Contrast	Using differences in colour, size, or shape to create visual interest
Proximity	Grouping related elements together to show their relationship
Repetition	Reusing visual elements to create consistency and unity
Alignment	Arranging elements along a common edge or axis for a clean look

MYP Arts Criteria

Criterion A	Inquiring and analysing
Criterion B	Developing ideas
Criterion C	Creating the solution
Criterion D	Evaluating

Command Words

State	Give a brief, factual answer
Identify	Name or point out a specific feature
Describe	Give a detailed account of features or processes
Explain	Give reasons for why something works or was chosen
Compare	Identify similarities and differences
Analyse	Break down into parts and examine in detail
Evaluate	Make a judgement based on evidence and criteria
Justify	Provide valid reasons or evidence to support a decision
Discuss	Consider different perspectives and reach a conclusion

Project 56 - Design

Interactive IB MYP Design practice with 2 activities and 4 guided lessons. Explore the design cycle, visual communication, and product analysis for the IB Middle Years Programme.

Topics Covered

Design Process - The IB MYP design cycle: inquiring and analysing, developing ideas, creating the solution, and evaluating
Visual Communication - Sketching techniques, technical drawing, digital design tools, and presentation methods
Product Analysis - Evaluating existing products, identifying design opportunities, and user-centred design thinking
Sustainability in Design - Eco-friendly materials, lifecycle analysis, and responsible design practices

How It Works

Interactive trainers generate design-based questions with instant feedback. Guided lessons walk through the MYP design cycle with real-world examples and case studies. Track your progress across all design topics with the performance dashboard.

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