Design Memo 1 (English)

Feb-March 2017 — Grade 12 / Matric — Design

Memo 2017 Grade 12 English

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1.1(Allocate a maximum of two ma rks per element and principle\ BALANCE The images are arranged in a bilateral symmetrical balanced manner to create a sense of order and calmness. The clustering of the images in

1.1Understand, Explain, Describe

1.1Middle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

1.1Higher Order Analyse, Interpret

1.1Reflect , Judge

1.1Synthesis

1.2[Allocate a maximum of 2 marks per design term for a total of 10 marks] ECLECTIC The term eclectic means to borrow from a variety of design styles/periods, to form a new, unique design. The simple rectangular form of the bench

1.2Understand, Explain, Describe , Classify

1.2Middle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

1.2Higher Order Analyse, Interpret

1.2Reflect, Judge

1.2Synthesis, Justify

1.2COMMUNICATION THROUGH DESIGN

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2.1(Allocate 8 marks\ (Allocate 2 marks\ Use of colour This message seems to be set within an African context because of the sub Saharan background which is brown, dry with very little greenery. The use of the colour black symbolises the doom, dread, e

2.2is poster in FIGURE assumes that all men have access to education and that all rural black girls are disadvantaged and destined to fall pregnant, without getting an education. The poster stereotypes against black girls as

2.1Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

2.1Middle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

2.2Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

2.1Evaluate, Reflect, Judge

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3.2(OPTION 1\

3.1[10 marks] The dress in FIGURE could be inspired by the flowing attire of Arabian women. The use of boots and strong bands of black in the pattern evokes associations with uniforms/armour of soldiers as well as with

3.1LEVEL COGNITIVE SKILLS WEIGHTING QUESTIONS MARKS (10\ Lower Order Remem ber, Recall, Recognise

3.1Understand, Explain, Describe

3.1Middle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

3.1Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

3.1Evaluate, Reflect

3.1Create, Synthesise

3.1b.

3.2[10 marks] The Notre Dame du Haut functions as a contemporary place of worship dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The Basilica of St Paul is also a place of worship in honour of St Paul whose tomb was placed directly under the altar.

3.2Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

3.2Middle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

3.2Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

3.2Evaluate, Reflect

3.2Create, Synthesis , Justify

3.2TOTAL SECTION A: 10 b.

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4.1Allocate 20 marks in total\ (Allocate 10 marks for each movement. Please note that only one mark can be allocated for the name of a designer and product for each movement. Please use the cognitive level grid as a guideline for your

4.1Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

4.1Middle Order Apply, Imple ment, Organise

4.1Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

4.1Evaluate, Reflect

4.1Create, Synthesis , Justify

4.2[10 marks] Inspiration De Stijl was founded by a group of Dutch designers who were inspi red by the Dutch tradition of logic, severity and clarity. Art Deco was inspired by a societal fascination with ancient exotic societies such as Ancient Egypt, Aztec

4.2Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

4.2Middle Order Apply, Impl ement, Organise

4.2Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

4.2Evaluate, Reflect, Judge

4.2Create, Synthesis , Justify

4.2TOTAL SECTION B 15 b.

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5.1[20 marks]

5.1.1(Allocate 6 marks\ (Allocate 2 marks\ Imagery The poster is conveying the message that smoking is bad for one's health. The ima ge of teeth decaying is a very repulsive image successfully conveying the negative impact on one's health.

5.1.2Allocate 14 marks in tot (Allocate 7 marks per case study\ Allocate 1 mark for the name of the designer and the name of the product. ONE CONTEMPORARY SOUTH AFRICAN DESIGNER/DESIGN GROUP: Necklace from felt and beads

5.1.1Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

5.1.2Middle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

5.1.2Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

5.1.2Evaluate, Reflect, Judge

5.1.2Create, Synthesis , Justify

5.1.219 b.

5.2(OPTION 2\ [20 mar ks]

5.2.1(Allocate 10 marks: 2 marks per requirement\ Traditional beadwork was used as a method of colonial trade. It was also a means of expression, communication and storytelling. In the past, patterns and colours were woven into

5.2.2

5.2.2Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

5.2.2iddle Order Apply, Implement, Organise

5.2.1Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

5.2.2Evaluate, Reflect

5.2.1Create, Synthesis , Justify

5.2.222 b.

6.1[20 marks]

6.1.1(Allocate 2 marks\ Sustainable designs reduce the consumption of non renewable resources by the careful selection of materials that are bio degradable and recyclable for design works. Credit any other valid statements.

6.1.2(Allocate 4 marks\ Plastics Some plastics are non renewable, they account for the majority of waste that gets dumped in the rivers, sea, dams and landfills. Therefore the use of these plastics in design products

6.2Allocate 14 marks in total (Allocate 7 marks per case study\ EXAMPLE OF A SOUTH AFRICAN DESIGNER: (Allocate 1 mark to both the name of the designer and name of the product\ ONE CO NTEMPORARY SOUTH AFRICAN DESIGNER WHOSE WORK

6.2Understand, Explain, Describe, Classify

1.2Middle Order Apply, Implem ent, Organise

6.2Higher Order Analyse, Compare, Interpret

6.1.2Evaluate, Reflect, Judge

6.2Create, Synthesis , Justify

6.2

Topics Identified

Design ProcessVisual CommunicationColour TheoryDrawing

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Paper information

SubjectDesign

Year2017

SessionFeb-March

TypeMemo

PaperPaper 1

LanguageEnglish

Pages25

Downloads2

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