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Esd2 s1 Minibook 2023-2024
Esd2 s1 Minibook 2023-2024
YEAR 2 – SEMESTER 1
You are in the middle of your 3-year cycle of English learning. Semester 1 is a stepping-stone
taking you towards a B1+ level of English, to be obtained at the end of this academic year. All
content has been specifically selected by the pedagogical team to help progress to this target
level.
The GSE Learning Objectives have been extended both in the number and range of topics in
comparison to the CEFR. These statements are a more in-depth scale list of ‘can do’ descriptions
for Academic and Professional English.
▻ Design-related inspiration:
Norman, D. A. (2013). The design of everyday things – revised and expanded edition. MIT Press.
The above book was used to ensure that the content is relative to and useful for students studying
Design.
1. Can describe objects, possessions and products in detail, including their characteristics and
special features. (59)
2. Can give basic technical instructions in their field of specialisation. (59)
3. Can describe how to do something, giving detailed instructions. (62)
4. Can follow/describe the stages of a complex process described using (non-)technical language.
(61)
5. Can identify key information in an extended text or article [about hand-crafted products]. (57)
6. Can make a short instructional or informational text easier to understand by presenting it as a
list of separate points. (56)
7. Can write instructions on how to make/repair an object, device, or product. (61)
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2. Preparing for the Working World
1. Can write a structured text clearly signalling main points and supporting details. (62)
2. Can demonstrate understanding of formality and conventions in standard letters. (59)
3. Can write descriptions of past events, activities, or personal experiences. (47)
4. Can give detailed accounts of experiences, describing feelings and reactions. (49)
5. Can write a letter of application with appropriate register, conventions and supporting detail.
(65)
6. Can compare a resume/CV against a job posting to determine if key requirements have been
met. (54)
↑ COMPULSORY MODULES ↑
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OPTIONAL SUGGESTED MODULES ↑
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SUSTAINABILITY
1. Hand-Crafted Design and materials.
AND MATERIALS
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2. Watch a short video (5 minutes) and answer the questions below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yY96hTb8WgI
b) Don Norman was in __________________ when he realised his inability to use __________________
switches, taps, and __________________.
1. Design tells you to do the __________________ of what you are supposed to do.
d) What two principles given form the basis of how Designers work today?
i)
ii)
e) Don Norman talks about an “iterative” process which goes around in circles (it is repeated). What are the
4 parts of this iterative, Human-Centred Design process?
i) ii)
iii) iv)
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3.a) Who is this guy? I’ve never heard of him before! 6 & 7
Donald Arthur Norman is an American researcher, professor, and author. Norman is the director of
The Design Lab at University of California, San Diego. He is best known for his books on design, especially
‘The Design of Everyday Things’. He is commonly regarded for his expertise in the fields of design, usability
engineering, and cognitive science, and has shaped the development of the field of cognitive systems
engineering.
Much of Norman's work involves the advocacy of user-centred design (which has since evolved to
human-centred design). His books all have the underlying purpose of furthering the field of design, from
doors to computers.
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Don Norman has taken a controversial stance in saying that the design research community has
had little impact in the innovation of products, in favour of the technologists who accomplish the
breakthroughs. To this end, Norman named his website with the initialism JND (just-noticeable difference)
to signify his endeavours to make a difference.
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Extract from the Preface to the Revised Edition of ‘The Design of Everyday Things’:
“[…] The total experience of a product covers much more than its usability: aesthetics, pleasure,
and fun play critically important roles. […] Emotion is so important that I wrote an entire book, Emotional
Design, about the role it plays in design. […] To understand products, it is not enough to understand design
or technology: it is also crucial to understand business.” 7
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3.b) With your partner(s), match each emotion with the corresponding emoji.
Fear Sadness
Anger
Joy Disgust
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3.c) What is good, sustainable design? 9
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Sustainable:
“The world is a complex network of interactions. As a result, the societal issues do not have simple,
easy solutions (wicked problems). […] Natural resources are under attack, in some cases being depleted, in
others poisoned. The manufacturing processes of the world produce waste and dispose of it in an
irresponsible, harmful way.
There are better models. The one I propose in Part 3 invokes a circular economy, where things can
be repaired, renewed, and reused. Even better is when all of the materials used are biological, thereby
creating a self-sustaining system, much as exists in nature – a circular economy where everything is
resilient, renewable, reusable, and, as much as possible, regenerative.”
The challenge faced by designers is combining human-centred design with emotions and also considering
sustainability. The choice of material(s) play(s) a central role in this problem-solving equation.
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Stone (Fr: ) Metals (Fr: ) Leather (Fr: )
Glass (Fr: )
Durables (Fr: ) Clay (Fr: ) Wood (Fr: )
Used over centuries for domestic and commercial purposes, natural hides continue to
appeal. Traditional and innovative processes offer countless combinations of finishes, yet
each skin remains unique. Fabulous to the touch, but surprisingly hardwearing,
__________________ will add texture, contrast, and a luxurious feel to any interior.
Around for centuries, __________________ has always been a popular, practical, and
stylish choice. More than just a basic construction material, __________________is used
for flooring, wall cladding, and furniture making. Manufacturers offer a wide range of
finishes and patterns, available for all budgets, and applicable to contemporary and
traditional homes alike.
Natural and extremely durable, __________________ offers a timeless appeal, and a huge
range of textures, colours, and contrasts. The many varieties of __________________
available, and the various techniques that can be applied, mean that it is one of the most
adaptable materials available today in the world of Design.
Tough and waterproof, tiles are practical, hardwearing, and a great option for walls and
floors. A continuously evolving are, there is a huge and increasing range available to
choose from, and, as a relatively inexpensive option, there is plenty of variety to suit any
budget.
The __________________ industry is constantly developing, and now responds to the
demands of safety, security, and thermal insulation whilst remaining decorative and
practical. Thanks to its versatility, a huge range of innovative __________________,
finishes, and colours are now used in domestic applications.
__________________ is already widely used for the smaller details of domestic interiors.
The larger, more commercial formats were originally deemed suitable only for industrial
settings. However, over the last decade, assisted by developments in manufacturing
techniques that now allow mass production, many __________________ have been
increasingly commandeered for a domestic context.
This section covers a multitude of finishes, including rubber, linoleum, vinyl, and acrylic.
Suffering from something of an image problem, some of these materials have experienced
years of neglect. However, new techniques producing vivid colours and plenty of eye-
catching textures, patterns, and finishes have seen an increase in their popularity.
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TUTORIALS
1. Watch this video.
Then use a variety of the words below to describe how golf balls are made.
First/Firstly, Second/Secondly, Third/Thirdly,
Finally, At this time, First and foremost,
Before Subsequently, Next,
Consequently, To summarise, Last but not least
After Then, In summary
To conclude Above all For this reason,
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3.a) What is a great tutorial?
Tutorial videos can be about anything, so long as they transfer knowledge. Or demonstrate a process. Or
explain a concept. In other words — leave viewers with something valuable.
Microphone
Try to film in a quiet area where you can limit the amount of external noise as much as possible.
We also recommend using an external microphone rather than the internal microphone in your computer
or camera.
Lighting
You don’t need to invest in a set of expensive camera lights, but before you start filming make sure
you are positioned so that the lights are coming at you rather than from behind you.
Webcam positioning
Using a webcam to record? Position it so that you are looking slightly up at it rather than down. This
will prevent you from appearing as if you have multiple chins (you're welcome). Another trick — place your
laptop on a stack of books so the webcam is at eye level.
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vi). Edit your tutorial video: some post-production considerations.
Highlighting/emphasizing important aspects of tutorial
There are hundreds of options and techniques for emphasizing things within your video. As you
start to create more instructional content this might be something you consider investing more time in. For
now, here are a few easy-to-implement tricks to help draw your viewers’ attention to the focus point.
Zoom-in animation: An easy way to draw your viewers’ attention to a specific point in your video
is to simply make it bigger. You can do this by increasing the scale of your video. Combine this with
animation and you have a nice effect.
Add text: If you’re creating a directional video with multiple steps, labelling each section of the
video with a callout can be a nice touch. See below (for example, Step 1, Step 2, etc.)
Sound effects: An audio cue (such as a ding, whoosh, or pop) can be a fantastic complement to an
animation. It is, however, considered a bonus providing it does not impede understanding of your spoken
description.
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Here is a link to a video tutorial 3 explain how to change a tyre. The script is below.
Intro: Learning how to change a tire is a breeze thanks to our guide that uses clear and simple steps to
show just how easy changing a tire can be. Disclaimer: **Before attempting to change a tire, always consult
your vehicle owner's manual for proper manufacturer recommended procedures.**
Step 1 - Park in a Safe Location (0:11) Step 2 - Stabilize your Vehicle (0:33)
Step 5 - Lift the Vehicle (1:49) Step 6 - Remove Lug Nuts (2:24)
Step 7 - Remove Wheel and Tire (2:29) Step 8 - Attach Spare Tire and Wheel (2:47)
Step 9 - Lower Vehicle (3:03) Step 10 - Know the Limits of Your Spare Tire (3:38)
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Step 2 - Stabilize your Vehicle (0:33)
Set the emergency brake first. If you have a manual transmission, put your car in first gear. If your vehicle
is an automatic, just put it in “park”. Next, place wheel chocks or big rocks behind and in front of the tire
opposite the one being changed. This will prevent vehicle movement and the jack from slipping while we
work. Next, find your lug wrench, jack and spare tire. These tools are often located in the trunk, under the
carpeting. Your vehicle’s manual will indicate exactly where they are.
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Get creative: use digital or traditional material.
Your teacher will give you a letter. Draw the corresponding article based on the prompt given.
a. a golf ball made from wood, which is cut in two halves showing the layers of bark inside. In the
background, there are 5 human faces showing the 5 core emotions.
b. a picture of a biodegradable golf ball. Show how happy it makes people feel. Show how happy the
fish are with less water pollution.
c. a biodegradable golf ball.
d. A biodegradable golf ball cut in 2 halves.
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a) Put each word from the table in the correct category (column).
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b) Use each word from the above categories to complete the following sentences.
5. A ring is _________________.
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c) Select the correct option to complete the grammar rules for describing objects. Look at
the previous exercise for assistance.
c) When we describe and object’s use, we can say it is used for + infinitive / verb + ‘ing’
d) When we describe and object’s use, we can say it is used to + infinitive / verb + ‘ing’
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d) Complete the descriptions in the table by using the words / phrases below.
4. _________ are ___________. They are made of glass. They are used for seeing things.
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a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
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Why do similar products work differently?
NATURAL
MAPPING
3
Tap the buttons on the side of the earbuds if they have no remote. Various other brands of
earbud have no remote control but feature small buttons on the side.
Use these buttons to pause, play, or skip songs that you’re listening to, or to answer, mute, or
hang up a telephone call.
Take a look at the buttons before putting the buds into your ear so you don’t accidentally tap the
wrong button.[6]
• If you find that the buttons are too small for your fingers to press with accuracy,
you can always just use your phone’s interface to adjust music or hang up a
phone call.
Retrieved on 13th July 2023 from: https://www.wikihow.com/Wear-Wireless-Earbuds
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1. Insert each type of AirPod © with the correct ‘How to’ instructions.
In addition to controlling audio from the apps you use with your AirPods, you can use controls directly
on your AirPods to do things like pause and resume playback, skip tracks, answer calls, and use Siri. You
can adjust the controls for AirPods (all generations), AirPods Pro (all generations), or AirPods Max on
your device.
AirPods controls:
__________________
With the force sensor on the stem of both AirPods, you can do any of the following:
• Play and pause audio: Press the stem. To resume playback, press it again.
• Play the next track: Double-press the stem.
• Play the previous track: Triple-press the stem.
• Answer a call: When you receive a call, press the stem.
• Activate Siri: Press and hold the stem, then ask questions, control apps, and more.
AirPods controls:
__________________
With the Touch control on the stem of both AirPods, you can do any of the following:
• Play and pause audio: Press the stem. To resume playback, press it again.
• Play the next track: Double-press the stem.
• Play the previous track: Triple-press the stem.
• Answer a call: When you receive a call, press the stem.
• Adjust volume: Lightly swipe up or down on the stem.
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• Switch between Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode: You can set either of your
AirPods to perform this action when you press and hold the stem.
• Activate Siri: You can set either of your AirPods to perform this action when you press and
hold the stem.
AirPods controls:
__________________
You can control your AirPods with a double tap at the top of the stem. For example, when you get an
incoming call, double-tap to answer. You can also set each of your AirPods to do one of the following
with a double tap:
• Play and pause audio content.
• Play the next track.
• Go back to the previous track.
• Activate Siri.
AirPods controls:
__________________
With the force sensor on the stem of both AirPods, you can do any of the following:
• Play and pause audio: Press the stem. To resume playback, press it again.
• Play the next track: Double-press the stem.
• Play the previous track: Triple-press the stem.
• Answer a call: When you receive a call, press the stem.
• Switch between Noise Cancellation and Transparency mode: You can set either of your
AirPods to perform this action when you press and hold the stem.
• Activate Siri: You can set either of your AirPods to perform this action when you press and
hold the stem.
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Samsung ® Galaxy Earbud touchpad commands
Note: Available touchpad commands will vary depending on the model of Galaxy Buds you are
using.
With your earbuds' touchpads, all the controls you need are at your fingertips. If touches are not
recognized, you can check if Block touches has been accidentally enabled in the Galaxy Wearable
app. Open the Galaxy Wearable app, and then tap the switch next to Block touches to turn it off.
When touchpad commands are enabled, you can use them to control your calls or your music.
Note: If the touchpad control option is set to a different function, the volume can only be adjusted
on the connected device.
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Which earbud controls are more natural to use?
1.
2.
3.
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Using either the infinitive form or the imperative form, give your ideal, and most
natural, instructions for using earbuds.
To make it easier, first represent your user experience via a mind map or a flow
chart.
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_mapping_%28interface_design%29
https://www.yankodesign.com/2018/03/22/why-do-phones-and-calculators-have-different-numpads/
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Which is the most natural mapping for light switches?
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Preparing for the Working World.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
Brand:
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A New CV
In English, a curriculum vitae (Latin for ‘course of life’, often shortened to CV) is a short, written summary
of a person’s career, qualifications, and education. This is the most common usage in British English. In
North America, the commonly used term is “resumé” (also spelt resume).
In many countries, a short CV is typically the first information that a potential employer receives from an
applicant, and it is used to screen applicants before granting an interview.
In general usage in all English-speaking countries, a CV is short, so usually a maximum of two sides of A4. It
only contains a summary of the job-seeker’s employment history, qualifications, education, and some
personal information.
Skills
Qualifications
Education
Work
Experience
Hobbies /
Interests
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Your Cover letter
A cover letter, covering letter, motivation letter, motivational letter, or a letter of motivation is a letter of
introduction attached to or accompanying a CV or a resumé.
For employment, a cover letter is sent with a CV. It is a pitch describing one’s interest in the position, one’s
skills, and relevant experience for the advertised job. Employers may look for thoughtfully written cover
letters as one method of screening out applicants who are not sufficiently interested in a position and/or
lack the necessary basic skills.
For Internships: students are asked to submit a cover letter for an internship application. A cover letter
should include examples of extracurricular and academic experiences, in a standard (formal) business letter
format.
Now join the features with the benefits to form sentences which can be used as part of a
cover letter.
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Decide on the most naturally mapped layout for a CV. Where should each header be put
to guarantee a logical flow for the recruiter?
Add your choices below.
My CV layout
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Vocab 1 PUNCTUATION
1 2 3 4 5 6
Grammar
2. Fill the gaps in the sentences with the correct preposition from the box below.
Word Box
in of to from
on for to into
to in with in
in at in at
1. I am writing __________ you with regard __________ the voluntary work placement.
3. As you will see __________ my CV, I have always shown an interest __________ working with
animals.
4. __________ this position I was responsible __________ taking care __________ the dogs’ daily
needs.
6. Working __________ your animal sanctuary will provide an invaluable insight __________
working __________ animals.
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Vocab 2
3. Complete the sentences with the correct form of the words in brackets.
5. At the animal sanctuary I had sole _______________ for looking after the
birds. (responsible)
6. She _______________ spends time helping out on her uncle’s farm. (regular)
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Writing
4. Which six things should you include in a cover letter? Yes No
a) Which job you are applying for and how you found out
□ □
about the vacancy.
b) Brief biological details. □ □
c) Your negative personal qualities. □ □
d) Your experience and personal qualities related to the job. □ □
e) Your motivation for applying. □ □
f) Why you left your previous job. □ □
g) What you can offer the company if they give you the job. □ □
h) A complete list of your exam results and qualifications. □ □
i) What other documents you are attaching or enclosing
□ □
with the letter.
j) Your salary expectations. □ □
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Punctuation
5. Rewrite the paragraph below using capital letters and punctuation
(. , ; : ! ? –) to make correct sentences.
microsoft called the trial the worklife choice challenge the company said it aimed “to create an
environment where each employee can choose a diverse and flexible way of working according to the
circumstances of their work and life” other aspects of the trial included shortening the length of
meetings to a maximum of 30 minutes and encouraging workers to choose online chats over
facetoface ones there were additional advantages to the trial microsoft said that 23 per cent less
electricity was consumed and 59 per cent fewer pages were printed compared with august 2018
microsoft will conduct another experiment in japan later this year and has asked employees for their
input
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End of Sentence Punctuation
End of sentence punctuation is used to let the reader know when a thought is finished.
Commas
Commas separate parts of a sentence. They also tell readers to pause between words, and they can clarify
the meanings of sentences.
• Commas are used after introductory words and introductory dependent clauses (groups of words before
the subject of a sentence that do not form complete sentences).
EXAMPLES: If your friends enjoy Chinese food, they will love this restaurant.
Incidentally, I was not late this morning.
Hoping for a bigger fish, Rob spent three more hours fishing.
• Commas are used between independent clauses (groups of words with a subject and verb that can stand
alone as a sentence) joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).
EXAMPLE: My dog had fleas, so we gave him a bath.
the strategic nuclear forces of the United States incorporate both active offensive elements and
passive defensive measures in the late 1980s the US Navy fleet of 36 nuclear-powered ballistic missile
submarines carried 640 improved Poseidon and Trident SLBMs the longer range of these submarines
gives them more room to manoeuvre these vessels included an increasing number of the larger Ohio-
class submarines each one carries 24 Trident missiles
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Design Thinking = Human- PUNCTUATION
centred Design?
Definition: “Design Thinking is a 5-step process to come up with meaningful ideas that solve real
problems for a particular group of people”.
Watch the video and note down the 5 steps of Design Thinking.
Steps Name (verb) Derived noun (if possible)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Brain characteristics
It is stated that left-brain dominant people favour analytical thought, logic, and reasoning, whereas
right brain people are more creative and value the finer things, such as art and music.
Extracted on 26th July 2023 from: https://strate.in/left-brain-vs-right-brain-whats-best-for-a-designer/
Albert Einstein
Leonardo Da Vinci
Thomas Edison
Galileo Galilei
Bill Gates
Stephen Spielberg
Steve Jobs
Pablo Picasso
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Positive psychology
Answer the following questions by reading the text that follows.
1. What new approach has the 21st century brought?
2. Describe in your own words, the ‘learning experience’ paradox given between success(es) and
failure(s).
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Just as we learn to give up after repeated failure, we can learn optimistic, positive responses to life. But the
twenty-first century sees a new approach: to focus upon a positive psychology, a culture of positive
thinking, of feeling good about oneself. In fact, the normal emotional state of most people is positive.
When something doesn’t work, it can be considered an interesting challenge, or perhaps just a positive
learning experience.
We need to remove the word ‘failure’ from our vocabulary, replacing it instead with ‘learning experience’.
To fail is to learn: we learn more from our failures than from our successes. With success, sure, we are
pleased, but we often have no idea why we succeeded. With failure, it is often possible to figure out why,
to ensure that it will never happen again. Failure can be such a powerful learning tool that many designers
take pride in their failures that happen while a product is still in development.
One design firm, IDEO, has it as a principle: “Fail often, fail fast,” they say, for they know that each failure
teaches them a lot about what to do right.
Designers need to fail, as do researchers. I have long held the belief—and encouraged it in my students and
employees—that failures are an essential part of exploration and creativity.
So, to the designers who are reading this, let me give some advice:
➢ Do not blame people when they fail to use your products properly.
➢ Eliminate all error messages from electronic or computer systems. Instead, provide help and
guidance.
➢ Make it possible to correct problems directly from help and guidance messages. Allow people to
continue with their task: Don’t impede progress—help make it smooth and continuous. Never
make people start over.
➢ Assume that what people have done is partially correct, so if it is inappropriate, provide the
guidance that allows them to correct the problem and be on their way.
➢ Think positively, for yourself and for the people you interact with.
Extract from: Norman, D., The Design of Everyday Things; Revised & Expanded Edition (2013), pp 63, 64.
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TECHNICAL
LANGUAGE PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
STUDY SHEET
Activity 1
1 ____________ 2 ____________
3 ____________ 4 ____________
5 ____________ 6 ____________
1/3
Technical Language/Properties of materials
TECHNICAL
LANGUAGE PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
STUDY SHEET
Activity 2
Complete the definitions of the properties with the words below. Use
each word once only.
____________ materials let light pass through (you can see through
them).
2/3
Technical Language/Properties of materials
TECHNICAL
LANGUAGE PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS
STUDY SHEET
Answer key
Activity 1
1. transparent
2. waterproof
3. absorbent
4. rigid; strong
5. weak
6. flexible
Activity 2
Transparent materials let light pass through (you can see through
them).
Waterproof materials do not let water pass through.
A rigid material, like steel, is difficult to bend
Absorbent materials soak up water and let water pass through
them.
Strong materials, like concrete, are difficult to break.
Flexible materials are easy to bend.
Weak materials are easy to break.
Hard materials are difficult to scratch.
Magnetic materials attract other magnets.
Some materials, for example copper, are good conductors of
electricity.
Some materials, for example wood, are insulators of heat.
3/3
Technical Language/Properties of materials
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION EXPLAINING
STUDY SHEET
Activity 1
Combine the two parts of the sentences to give the reason for the use
of a specific material. Write the full sentences below.
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__________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
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Technical Language/Size & Measurement
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION EXPLAINING
STUDY SHEET
Activity 2
Look at the list of properties with the adjectives on the left and the
nouns on the right.
Adjective Noun
transparent transparency
absorbent absorbency
strong strength
weak weakness
flexible flexibility
rigid rigidity
stiff stiffness
elastic elasticity
viscous viscosity
rough roughness
smooth smoothness
sharp sharpness
blunt bluntness
Now change each of the following sentences, using the words given in
brackets. Here is an example.
3. Steel is used for many workshop tools since it is strong. (due to)
→
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Technical Language/Size & Measurement
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION EXPLAINING
STUDY SHEET
7. This surface will be easy to work with due to its smoothness. (as)
→
8. Owing to its weakness, this concrete mixture is not suitable for this
building project. (since)
→
Activity 3
The following sentences are mixed up. Put the words into the right
order. In each sentence, the first word is in the correct position.
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________
3/5
Technical Language/Size & Measurement
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION EXPLAINING
STUDY SHEET
Answer key
Activity 1
The reason why pan handles are that this material doesn’t conduct
made of wood is heat.
Owing to its rigidity, steel is difficult to bend.
Activity 2
10. This surface will be difficult to work with because of its roughness.
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Technical Language/Size & Measurement
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION EXPLAINING
STUDY SHEET
Activity 3
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Technical Language/Size & Measurement
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION GIVING INSTRUCTIONS
STUDY SHEET
Activity 1
Write instructions for each of the pictures. Use the verbs below.
1. ____________________________
2. ____________________________
3. ____________________________
4. ____________________________
5. ____________________________
6. ____________________________
1/3
Technical Language/Giving Instructions
TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION GIVING INSTRUCTIONS
STUDY SHEET
Activity 2
Separate the sentences into the method and put the steps into the
correct order. The first two for each method have been done for you.
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
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TECHNICAL
COMMUNICATION GIVING INSTRUCTIONS
STUDY SHEET
Answer key
Activity 1
1.Wash your hands / You must wash your hands / You should
wash your hands
2.Wear a hard hat (safety helmet) / You must wear a hard hat
(safety helmet)
3.Don’t enter / You mustn’t enter
4.Switch off the light / You must switch off the light / You should
switch off the light
5.Don’t smoke / You mustn’t smoke
6.Don’t eat / You mustn’t eat
Activity 2
2 Then you should put your pot 2 After that you should filter your
on the stove. water through a cloth to remove
large particles.
3 Next turn your stove to the 3 Next read the instructions for
highest temperature. your tablets.
4 Wait until the water boils. 4 Place the tablets in the water.
5 You must boil the water for a 5 Mix the tablets so that they
minimum of 10 minutes. dissolve.
6 Don’t remove the pot too 6 Don’t drink the water before the
early. tablets dissolve.
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