Students will interact with the first step in the design process
(defining the problem) through an engaging describing pictures
activity.  Through brief lecture, they will learn what a
design statement is and what it is used for. They will be given a
sample design statement which is reviewed as a class. Next, they
will learn how to create a design statement for a product. They
will be given a blank design statement (template) and a product
image (or video clip). In groups, they will decide what the design
statement may have looked like for that product and fill in the
template accordingly. Ideas will be shared with the class. Process
can be repeated based on teacher's observations and assessment of
the results of the activity.