Creative Thinking
Capacity | 1 Limited | 2 Emerging | 3 Present (MPS Standard) | 4 Complex |
Idea Generation Studying a problem, need or model (mentor text, political piece, documents, art work, etc.) to consider limitations and imagine new solutions/transformations. |
I showed little consideration of limitations and possible transformations of a problem, need, or exemplar. I developed my solution by considering a singular approach. I consistently fell back on a familiar solution, application, or inquiry. |
I investigated an existing problem, need, or exemplar, but my possible solution was not realistic or viable and/or did not result in a meaningful solution or product. I developed my solution by considering only a few approaches. I conceived of an approach that is still heavily reliant on a familiar solution, application or inquiry. |
I investigated an existing problem, need, or exemplar, in order to pose varied possible solutions/ transformations/novel products. I developed my solutions by synthesizing different possible approaches. I considered all ideas without limiting my own thought process. I considered the limitations of potential solutions. |
I fully met the MPS standard with at least one of the following:
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Design Engaging in a process to refine a product for an intended audience and purpose. |
I did not engage in a process that makes important or meaningful refinements to my product. I disregarded feedback. |
I engaged in a limited process to develop a product. I made few meaningful revisions to my product based on feedback. My design led to an outcome misaligned to my audience/purpose I did not make continual progress without teacher support. |
I engaged in a process to plan, develop and refine a product and considered my intended audience/purpose. During this process, I examined the impact of my choices, anticipated problems, and adjusted my approach as needed. I made purposeful revisions by reflecting on feedback. |
I fully met the MPS standard with at least one of the following:
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