Success Criteria Class of 2025

Summary

This video guides you on defining success criteria for your personal project by establishing measurable, testable, and observable specifications. It emphasizes the importance of clear product attributes, including function, aesthetics, size, customer impact, safety, environmental considerations, materials, time management, and the overall impact. The video highlights how to create a success criteria chart, offering detailed explanations and examples to help you evaluate your project's quality. The goal is to ensure your product meets both your expectations and broader standards, while also considering its impact on you and others.

Takeaways

• 😀 Define success criteria for your personal project as statements describing the desired attributes of your product.
• 😀 Success criteria must be testable, measurable, and observable to evaluate the quality of your product.
• 😀 You must have 8 to 10 success criteria, with variations based on the context of your project.
• 😀 Criteria should cover multiple types of specifications to ensure a comprehensive evaluation.
• 😀 Function specification defines what your product should do, how it works, and how easy it is to use.
• 😀 Aesthetic specification focuses on the visual appearance of your product, such as colors, shapes, and textures.
• 😀 Size specification relates to the physical dimensions of your product, ensuring it fits appropriately and comfortably.
• 😀 Customer specification identifies who benefits from your product, their characteristics, and how it impacts their life.
• 😀 Safety considerations are crucial, ensuring your product doesn’t pose any harm and is safe to use.
• 😀 Environmental impact should be considered, including the recyclability, sustainability, and overall effect on the environment.

Q & A

What is the purpose of establishing success criteria for a personal project?

The purpose of establishing success criteria is to define the attributes and specifications that the completed project should have. These criteria help in evaluating the quality of the project and its impact on the individual or community.

What should success criteria be able to measure?

Success criteria should be able to measure the quality of the product, its impact on the creator and/or the community, and the degree of excellence to which the product aspires.

How many success criteria are required for a personal project?

For a personal project, you must have 8 to 10 success criteria, depending on the context and nature of the project.

What are some key considerations when defining the function of a product?

Key considerations for defining the function of a product include how it works, whether it does the job it was intended for, its ease of use, and the effects of using it, including unintended consequences.

What role do aesthetics play in defining success criteria?

Aesthetics focus on the visual and emotional appeal of the product, including considerations like color, shapes, textures, and the emotions the product invokes. It should reflect the design inspiration, whether organic or industrial.

What should be considered when defining the size of the product?

The size of the product should be evaluated based on its dimensions, how it fits or is used, comfort, and whether adjusting the size would improve its function or appearance.

Why is customer consideration important in defining success criteria?

Customer consideration ensures the product meets the needs of the target audience. It involves understanding who will use or buy the product, their demographics, and how the product will improve their life or relationships.

What safety concerns should be considered when designing a product?

Safety concerns involve assessing potential risks of injury from improper use and ensuring the product can be used safely. The design should also include clear guidelines for the safest way to use the product.

How should the environmental impact of the product be considered?

The environmental impact should address whether the product is recyclable, made from sustainable materials, and how easily it can be reused or repaired. It also considers the environmental costs of disposal and recycling.

What factors should be considered when selecting materials for the product?

Material selection should consider durability, strength, flexibility, visual appeal, and suitability for the product's functionality. The materials should also be easily sourced and used effectively in manufacturing.

What is the importance of setting deadlines and managing time in the project?

Setting deadlines is crucial for ensuring the project is completed on time. It involves planning the steps required, considering any help needed, and ensuring materials are ordered in time to meet the deadline.

What is the role of impact in defining success criteria for a personal project?

Impact refers to the personal growth or external change that results from the project. It involves understanding what the creator hopes to learn, how the project motivates action, and how it creates positive change for others.