ASSESS THE PROCESS, NOT JUST THE PROTOTYPE
ULTRON.INOV SCHOOLS

Teaching guide · Educators · Planning resource

LEARNING GOAL
Evaluate understanding, collaboration and iteration alongside the finished project.

MATERIALS
- Student journals or design notes
- A simple observation sheet
- Time for student explanation

ACTIVITY
1. Choose a small set of learning goals before the activity. Include a technical concept and a process skill.

2. Observe how students explain decisions, share tasks and respond to unexpected results.

3. Ask groups to demonstrate one test and describe an improvement made from evidence.

4. Provide specific feedback: one strength, one question and one achievable next step.

REFLECT
- Can the student explain why the system behaves as it does?
- Does the group use test results to improve its work?
- What can the student try independently next time?

EXTENSION
Invite students to help write a project rubric using examples from their own work.

CLASSROOM NOTE
Use age-appropriate equipment and supervision. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions, disconnect power before changing connections, and keep liquids away from electronics.