Which of the following is an example of goal setting during the design process?

• Skipping to the final prototype

• Making a list of steps to finish the project by Friday

• Guessing what materials to use without planning

• Copying a classmate’s idea

What does calculated risk-taking mean in engineering?

• Trying something new without thinking

• Refusing to change your idea

• Making a bold design choice after planning and research

• Playing it safe and sticking to what others have done

Which character trait is MOST helpful when your prototype doesn’t work as expected?

• Overconfidence

• Frustration

• Perseverance

• Blame

Reorder the steps of the Engineering Design Process into the correct order.

• Imagine

• Ask

• Plan

• Improve

• Create

Which step in the engineering design process comes right after you identify a problem?

• Build a prototype

• Communicate results

• Brainstorm and research

• Test the final solution

One way I showed innovation during a past project was...

Explain how you used goal setting to plan or improve your work.

One personal character trait that helped me work through a challenge during a project was:

Imagine you’re working on a team project to build a bridge out of straws and tape. One of your teammates suggests a strange design idea you’ve never seen before. How would you respond in a way that shows tolerance and calculated risk-taking?

• I would dismiss the idea immediately as it seems strange.

• I would listen to the idea, discuss its potential, and evaluate the risks before deciding.

• I would accept the idea without any discussion.

• I would ignore the suggestion and continue with my own plan.

Do you think engineering has made you a better problem-solver? Rate how much you've grown.

• I don’t think engineering has helped me solve problems better. I haven’t noticed any significant changes in how I approach problems.

• I don't think engineering has made me a better problem-solver yet. I'm still working on improving my approach to challenges.

• I'm not sure if engineering has directly impacted my problem-solving skills, but it has taught me useful methods for tackling problems.

• I feel that engineering has helped me become a better problem solver, although there's still room for improvement. I use the skills I've learned regularly.

• Yes, I believe engineering has significantly improved my problem-solving skills. I now approach challenges with more creativity and confidence.