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Instruction Manuals & Contest Rules. Preparation. Please have two pieces of paper. Create a design using one piece of paper. Write down how to create the design using the other piece of paper. Five minutes to complete exercise. Testing.
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Preparation • Please have two pieces of paper. • Create a design using one piece of paper. • Write down how to create the design using the other piece of paper. • Five minutes to complete exercise.
Testing • Hiding your creation, exchange your instruction manual with someone across the room. • From your newly acquired manual, construct the design based on the instructions given – do not assume anything. • Three minutes are available for construction.
Results • Find the person with whom you exchanged projects. • Compare original design with new constructed design. • How did you do?
General Guidelines • Analyze your audience • Plan for safety • Use lots of figures and diagrams • Number the instructions (be sure to present in chronological order) • Use the imperative mood • Include an overview
Checklist • Are the instructions matched to the skill level of the audience? • Is the overall process and purpose described? • Are all theories and principles explained? • Are all of the steps listed (and in correct order)? • Are all of the materials listed?
Checklist • Is a budget included? • Is a schedule / timeline included? • Are there lots of illustrations and examples? • Are references for further information or assistance provided?