If the shoe  doesn't fit, design a new one. Discovery Education challenges pupils to put the engineering process in action by designing a shoe. Groups design and build a shoe prototype based upon the client constraints outlined in the materials. Handouts are provided to aid in the design process.

Concepts

engineering design, fashion design, product design, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Create hand drawings for the shoe design
• Research shoe design and manufacturing processes

Classroom Considerations

• Building the prototype requires an extensive list of materials
• Calculating the impact of the shoe may be difficult for some

Pros

• Activity is created for groups and is a very collaborative exercise
• Includes career awareness for those interested in engineering

Cons

• Using CAD software may not be feasible
• The prototype may not hold up not because of poor design