Original PromptThis can become a two-lesson mini-sequence where Lesson 1 focuses on product analysis, stakeholders and SWOT, and Lesson 2 focuses on data, reverse engineering and comparative evaluation.[2]
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## Lesson 1 – Purpose, Stakeholders and SWOT (70–80 min)
**Learning focus:**
- Explain the purpose of product analysis in design development.
- Identify stakeholders and their needs.
- Conduct a structured SWOT analysis on a real product.[2]
**1. Hook and intentions (10 min)**
- Show two cont...
This learning resource focuses on the foundations of product analysis and its role in design development. It encompasses learning objectives related to identifying stakeholders, conducting a SWOT analysis, and collecting comparative data about competing products. Students will engage in activities including product comparisons, stakeholder mapping, and collaborative synthesis of needs to features. The document also emphasizes the importance of analyzing existing products to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, which aids in making informed design decisions. Key components such as usability, performance, aesthetics, and materials are addressed throughout the resource, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of product analysis within the design cycle.