Prototypes
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Learning Objectives (LOs): describe how digital and physical prototypes support the design process
Grade level: Middle school
Duration: ~5 min
Key ideas:
Digital prototype; Physical prototype; Design iteration
Overview of our design process!

Example of a physical model and computer model


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ma-Z0yRL4Q
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How to Cite:
Sinha, R. (2026).
Prototypes.
Amazing Birds.
https://amazing-birds.gitlab.io/
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