Form and Function Concepts
Initial perceptual naive misconceptions (any age)
Misconceptions
Beginning (preschool - 7 years)
Concepts
Form
- Objects
have a shape.
Function
- Most objects can be used for something.
- The shape of an object is frequently related to use.
Intermediate (7 years - 11 years)
Concepts
Form
- Form is related to function.
Function
- Function is related to form.
Literate (11+)
Concepts
Form
- The form of an object or system is complementary to its function.
- The form of an object or system is related to the environment in which it operates.
- The form of an object frequently limits its function.
Function
- The function of an object is frequently related to its form.
- The function of an object or system is complementary to its design.
- The function of an object or system is related to the environment in which it operates.
Dr. Robert Sweetland's notes
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