bofte pltw

collaboration

working together on a common purpose

decision martix

a tool for comparing solutions against one another, using specific criteria that are based on design requirements

decision process

a systematic, problem-solving strategy that designers follow to come up with a solution to a problem

model

an accurate representation of an object or phenomenon. Models can be visual, physical, mathematical, or computational and are often used in the development of scientific theories or the creation of artifacts.

orthosis

a brace that corrects alignment or provides support to correct a disorder of the limbs or spine

prototype

a working model used to test a design concept by making observations and necessary adjustments

solution

the answer to a problem or opportunity

spastic hempiplegia

a neuromuscular condition in which muscles on one side of the body are in a constant state of contraction

team norms

guidelines that are developed by a team regarding how they are to interact, communicate, and conduct themselves as part of the team

cerebal pulsy

a group of permanent disorders affecting a person's ability to move, balance, and maintain posture due to abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain

evaluate

to judge the quality, value, importance, or condition of something through careful thinking and study

stabilize

to make or hold something steady, firm, or unchanging