Science Project Proposal
Design Thinking — Prototype & Test Phase
Project Title:
Team Members:
Class / Period:
Teacher:
Date:
Abstract
What is an Abstract? An abstract is a short summary of your entire project written after you
finish. Write it last, but place it first.
Rules for Writing Your Abstract:
1. Keep it between 100–150 words — no more, no less.
2. Write in complete sentences using your own words.
3. Do NOT copy from other sections of your proposal.
4. Do NOT include opinions, images, or references.
5. Cover all four parts: (1) the problem, (2) your solution, (3) how you tested it, and (4) what
you found.
Your abstract goes here. Write it after you complete the rest of the proposal. Remember: 100–150 words,
four parts, your own words.
Abstract (write here after completing the proposal):
Introduction
Background & Problem Statement
What problem did you observe during the Empathize stage? Who is affected and how do you know?
Background & Problem Statement
Describe the problem in 3–4 sentences using evidence from your research.
How Might We Statement (Define Stage)
Complete this sentence: "How might we ________ so that ________?"
How Might We Statement
Example: "How might we reduce food waste in our cafeteria so that students throw away less?"
Methods
Proposed Solution (Ideate Stage)
Which idea did your team choose and why? How does it address the problem?
Proposed Solution
Describe your chosen solution. Explain why you selected it over other ideas from your brainstorm.
Procedure
What are the main steps you will take to build and test your solution?
Step-by-Step Plan
List 4–6 major steps in the order you will do them.
Materials & Resources
What will you need? Include materials, tools, and any help from others.
Materials List
List everything you will need. Mark any items you still need to get.
Expected Results
Hypothesis / Prediction
Complete this sentence: "If we ________, then ________ because ________."
Hypothesis
Write your prediction in an if-then-because format.
How We Will Measure Success
How will you test your solution? What does success look like? How will you measure it?
Success Criteria
Describe at least 2 ways you will know whether your solution worked.
Timeline
When do you plan to complete each major step? Fill in the table below.
Date / Week Task / Milestone Who is Responsible
References
List any books, websites, or sources you used during the Empathize and Define stages. Ask your teacher
which citation format to use.
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