Looking at the design projects done in Year 1 gym classes can show us some problems that get in the way of the good things that could come from them.

1. Limited Art Skills:

   • Many students find it hard to do basic art skills. This leads to designs that don’t impress.
   • We can help by having focused workshops and letting students help each other learn these skills.

2. Shallow Understanding of Design:

   • A lot of student projects show that they don’t really understand the ideas behind design.
   • To fix this, we need to have more guided talks about design ideas and how to put them into practice. This will help them understand better.

3. Inconsistent Feedback:

   • Feedback from teachers can be hit or miss, which makes it hard for students to know what to work on.
   • Setting up regular feedback sessions can create a better learning space.

4. Not Enough Resources:

   • When students don’t have enough art supplies, it can stop their creative ideas from coming to life.
   • Schools should make sure they have the right materials so students can do well on their projects.

5. Emotional and Social Issues:

   • Students might feel stressed or worried about what others think, which can hold back their creativity.
   • Promoting a friendly and supportive atmosphere will help students feel safe to express themselves artistically.

In summary, looking at Year 1 gym class design projects shows many challenges. But if we take positive steps, we can create a better and more enjoyable design process. This will help students grow in their artistic skills.