Design Memo 1 (Eng)

November 2009 โ€” Grade 12 / Matric โ€” Design

Memo 2009 Grade 12 English
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Q1โ€” Section header โ€”
1.1[10 marks]
1.1.1(Allocate 4 marks\ The application of critical thinking skills and how the learner is able to answer appropriately is to be considered in Credit must be given to any valid and reasonable answer. Learners may argue that the teapot can be
1.1.2(Allocate 6 marks) 1 mark for explanation of. The following may be inclu Form (element) that are combined in an unusual way (t
1.1.1+ 1.1.2 Middle order Application of elements and principles
1.1.1+ 1.1.2 Higher order Synthesis Evaluation
1.1.1+ 1.1.2
1.2[10 marks]
1.2.1(Allocate 6 marks) assessment of this question. Credit must be given to an
1.2.1(Allocate 6 marks\ The application of critical thinking skills and how the learner is able to comment on the statement with a substantiated respon se is to be considered in the overall y valid and reasonable answer.
1.2.2(One mark per explanation\ Positive form (3D\ hape/form of each piece of cutlery is different to what is generally acc epted as the shape/form of cutlery and is Organic, oval shapes blend in with si mple straight lines in the easy to
1.2.1+ 1.2.2 Middle order Application of elements and principles
1.2.2Higher order Synthesis Evaluation
1.2.1+ 1.1.2
2.1
2.2(Allocate 6 marks) Learners will offer different interpretations to the question. The appl literacy and how the l ely is to be considered in the Possible symbols: Band-Aid symbolises healing. The uniform figures symbolises the
Q2โ€” Section header โ€”
2.1+ 2.2 Middle order Application 40%
2.1+ 2.2 Higher order Evaluation Deduction 30%
2.1+ 2.2
3.1This will highlight the connections between Internati onal and South African Design. and local design.
3.1.1(Allocate 6 marks) Similarities: The use of geometric lines on both designs. and patterns). variations (black, grey and white, light er/darker tones or colours). texture appears to be tactile, as both
3.1.2(Allocate 4 marks) the overall assessment of this question. Learners may argue that the combination of practices are often ex ploited for commercial gain where craftspeople are paid very poorly. traditional with outside, European influences
Q3โ€” Section header โ€”
3.1.1Middle order Application 40%
3.1.1+ 3.1.2 Higher order Evaluation 30%
3.1.2
3.2(Allocate 10 marks) NOTE: A learner may choose to use any exam other documented source. must be discussed to ensure full credit: Boyes. (1) style of the design(s). (8)8
3.2Middle order Application 40%
3.2Higher order Synthesis Deduction 30%
4.1
Q4โ€” Section header โ€”
4.2[10 marks]
4.2.1(Allocate 4 marks\ The application of critical thinking skills and how the learner is able to answer appropriately is to be considered in central spherical shape with the flat rectangular base and curved seat\
4.2.2
4.2.1+ 4.2.2 Middle order Application 40%
4.2.1+ 4.2.2 Higher order 30%
4.2.1+ 4.2.2 TOTAL SECTION A: 80 SECTION B
5.1SOCIAL ISSUES (INTERNATIONAL)
5.1.1
5.1.2
Q5โ€” Section header โ€”
5.1.2Middle order Application 40%
5.2SOCIAL ISSUES (LOCAL)
5.2.1(Allocate 2 marks) Learners will offer different viewpoints to explain their opinion on the st assessment of this question, fo r example: the poster was used as a form of protest to highlight the need for social reform.
5.1.1+ 5.1.2
5.2.2SOCIAL ISSUE (LOCAL\ ple as provided in the LPG, PAT or any Designer (1\1\ do not credit listing of designers or ntz, ceramicists, founded Monkeybiz in January 2000 with Mathaphelo Ngaka, a crafter. he same time reviving the traditional craft
5.2.2Middle order Application 40%
5.2.1+ 5.2.2
Q6โ€” Section header โ€”
Q6โ€” Section header โ€”
6.1
5.2.1
Q6โ€” Section header โ€”
6.2INTERNATIONAL phrasing of the question. E.g. repetition design; found object sustainable environment. The ability to take waste and create an of designers today
6.2.2(Allocate 8 marks) NOTE: A learner may choose to use any ex ample as provided in the LPG, PAT or any other documented source. Example: Constantin Boym
6.2.1
6.1+ 6.2 Middle order Application 40
6.1+ 6.2 Higher order Synthesis Evaluation 30
6.1+ 6.2
6.3(Allocate 20 marks) NOTE: A learner may choose to use any exam other documented source. Rina King and Crispin Pemberton-Pigott
7.1An example:
7.1.1(Allocate 10 marks) The guidelines are suppli ed in order to focus learners. T he idea is to show that they can apply what they know to their own co ntexts. However, learners may focus on selected areas only of this essay. Lear
Q7โ€” Section header โ€”
7.1.2
7.1.3(Allocate 10 marks) Both FIGURE A and FIGURE B below s how workspaces in different design similarities and differences. ve reasons for your answer. hese studios to be more functional for your employees.
7.1.1+ 7.1.2 + 7.1.3 10 Middle order Application 33, 3%
7.1.1+ 7.1.2 + 7.1.3 10 Higher order Evaluation 33,3%
7.1.1+ 7.1.2 + 7.1.3 10 OR Design/P1 26 DoE/November 2009
7.2.1(a): (Allocate 4 marks) then use a beautiful wom an wearing the brooch. designer. Also the e-mail address and any websites.
7.2.2
7.2.3(Allocate 10 marks) I disagree with this statement because: Design is important in the informal sector t-weaving to earn a living. These baskets are not effect, indigenous design that is us ed by most rural people every day.
7.2.1+ 7.2.2 + 7.2.3 10 Middle order Application 33, 3%
7.2.1+ 7.2.2 + 7.2.3 10 Higher order Synthesis Evaluation 33,3%
7.2.1+ 7.2.2 + 7.2.3 10 TOTAL SECTION C: 30 150 Design/P1 29

Multiple Choice Options

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Topics Identified

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Design ProcessVisual CommunicationColour Theory

Mark Allocation

Total150 marks
Per-question sum209 marks

Key Information

Qualification TypeDiploma

Paper information

SubjectDesign
Year2009
SessionNovember
TypeMemo
PaperPaper 1
LanguageEnglish
Pages41
Downloads3

Examination context

Decade2000s
Years ago17y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayThursday
Exam periodNovember 2009
Days since exam6,198

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